NFL Announces Bills – Bengals Game Rescheduled Indefinitely after Hamlin Suffers Cardiac Arrest

Tuesday’s NFL announcement stated that the Cincinnati Bengals and Buffalo Bills game was postponed indefinitely due to cardiac arrest sustained by Damar Hamlin, safety for the Bills, during Monday’s game.

In a statement, league said The last weekend of regular season games will not be adjusted. This means that the game between Bills and Bengals will not be played. “resumed this week.”

“The NFL has made no decision regarding the possible resumption of the game at a later date,” the statement said, adding that the league had been in discussions with the players’ union.

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The Bengals will continue to host the Baltimore Ravens Sunday. The New York Times reported. The Bills will play the New England Patriots Sunday in Buffalo.

During Monday Night’s game in Cincinnati between the Bengals and Bills, Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest when he collapsed on the field during the first quarter after tackling Bengals wideout Tee Higgins. After performing CPR, emergency personnel transported Hamlin to the hospital via ambulance.

The Bills’ organization later released a statement Safety was compromised. “cardiac arrest.”

“His heartbeat was restored on the field and he was transferred to the UC Medical Center for further testing and treatment,” According to the statement.

On Tuesday, Hamlin’s family expressed their “sincere gratitude” For “the love and support shown.”

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“We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words, and donations from fans around the country,” It was added.

“We also want to acknowledge the dedicated first responders and healthcare professionals at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center who have provided exceptional care to Damar,” The statement went on. “We feel so blessed to be a part of the Buffalo Bills organization and to have their support. We also want to thank Coach Taylor and the Bengals for everything they’ve done.”

The family ended their statement calling for prayers for Damar, and promising to release any updates as soon they can.

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