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Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin (3) makes a catch during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Tuesday, May 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
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Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin (3) works out during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Tuesday, May 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Bills safety Damar Hamlin eases back into practice 5 months since near-death experience

By John Wawrow May. 23, 2023 11:30 AM EDT

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (85) collides with Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in Cincinnati. Hamlin was injured on the play. Quick on-the-field emergency care from well-rehearsed medical personnel is widely credited with helping save Damar Hamlin's life. Hamlin, who made a full recovery after being revived following a cardiac arrest on the field has been announced as the 2023 George Halas Award winner on Monday, May 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel, File)
Damar Hamlin honored with PFWA Halas Award for overcoming adversity

May. 15, 2023 04:42 PM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin reacts after a play during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 9, 2022, in Orchard Park, Hamlin has been cleared to resume playing and is attending the team’s voluntary workout program some four months after going into cardiac arrest and having to be resuscitated on the field during a game at Cincinnati, general manager Brandon Beane said Tuesday, April 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex, File)
Hamlin says blow to chest caused cardiac arrest on field

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2023 05:46 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin speaks to reporters at the NFL football team's facility in Orchard Park, N.Y., Tuesday, April 18, 2023, saying he plans to resume his football career after being cleared to play more than four months after going into cardiac arrest and needing to be resuscitated on the field during a game at Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Wawrow)
Damar Hamlin timeline from injury to return to Bills

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2023 04:25 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin speaks to reporters at the NFL football team's facility in Orchard Park, N.Y., Tuesday, April 18, 2023, saying he plans to resume his football career after being cleared to play more than four months after going into cardiac arrest and needing to be resuscitated on the field during a game at Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Wawrow)
Damar Hamlin cleared to play, 4 months after cardiac arrest

By John Wawrow Apr. 18, 2023 11:21 AM EDT

Buffalo Bills say Damar Hamlin cleared to resume playing, is attending workouts 4 months after going into cardiac arrest

Apr. 18, 2023 11:20 AM EDT
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills say Damar Hamlin cleared to resume playing, is attending workouts 4 months after going into cardiac arrest. ...

FILE - Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin reacts after a play during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 9, 2022, in Orchard Park, Hamlin has been cleared to resume playing and is attending the team’s voluntary workout program some four months after going into cardiac arrest and having to be resuscitated on the field during a game at Cincinnati, general manager Brandon Beane said Tuesday, April 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex, File)
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Apr. 18, 2023 11:19 AM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills Damar Hamlin arrives for the NFL Honors award show ahead of the Super Bowl 57 football game, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, in Phoenix. President Joe Biden on Thursday, March 30, met Hamlin, a Buffalo Bills defensive player who went through cardiac arrest during a January game after making a tackle. Hamlin's collapse while playing against the Cincinnati Bengals caused football fans to shudder with concern and led to the cancelation of the game. The football player went to Washington to support a bill that would increase access to defibrillators in schools. (AP Photo/Matt York, File)
Biden meets NFL player Damar Hamlin, praises his resilience

Mar. 30, 2023 04:56 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin watches as Pittsburgh takes on Georgia Tech during the first half of an NCCA college basketball game in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Bills GM: Hamlin's return hinges on his medical progress

By John Wawrow Feb. 28, 2023 01:26 PM EST

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin speaks in front of University of Cincinnati Medical Center staff during the NFL Honors award show ahead of the Super Bowl 57 football game,Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Hamlin: I meant no religious disrespect for wearing jacket

By John Wawrow Feb. 15, 2023 04:03 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni reacts after losing the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. The Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Analysis: NFL skids into offseason after slippery Super Bowl

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 14, 2023 05:58 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Carlos Dunlap celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Super Bowl top moments happened on, off and above the field

By David Brandt Feb. 13, 2023 12:15 PM EST

El quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) de los Chiefs de Kansas City sostiene el trofeo tras vencer a los Eagles de Filadelfia en el Super Bowl 57, en Glendale, Arizona, el domingo 12 de febrero de 2023. (AP Foto/Brynn Anderson)
Analysis: Super Bowl had feel-good vibes for all

By Rob Maaddi Feb. 13, 2023 08:18 AM EST

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin walks the field before the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Hamlin makes appearance on field at Super Bowl

By David Brandt Feb. 12, 2023 05:49 PM EST

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin speaks in front of University of Cincinnati Medical Center staff during the NFL Honors award show ahead of the Super Bowl 57 football game,Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
NFL Honors: Hamlin joins medical staff that saved his life

By John Marshall Feb. 09, 2023 10:27 PM EST

Workers prepare State Farm Stadium, Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. for the NFL Super Bowl LVII football game on Feb. 12. (AP Photo/Matt York)
NFL lauds preparation when it comes to player safety

By Dave Skretta And Haven Daley Feb. 09, 2023 07:35 PM EST

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton kneels on the field before the AFC championship NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. Public display of faith is nothing new in football or sports.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Damar Hamlin put prayer in football back in the spotlight

By Rob Maaddi Feb. 09, 2023 09:00 AM EST

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson (2) points skyward after making a field goal from over 50 yards against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. While its Super Bowl commercial appearances are few, religion – Christianity especially – is entrenched in football culture.(AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
Super Bowl ads will tout Jesus 'gets us' to the masses

By Holly Meyer Feb. 09, 2023 09:00 AM EST

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin speaks after being introduced as the winner of the Alan Page Community Award during a news conference ahead of the Super Bowl 57 NFL football game, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, in Phoenix. At center looking on are Damar Hamlin's parents Mario and Nina Hamlin. At far left is NFLPA President JC Tretter.(AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Hamlin appears during Super Bowl event to receive award

By John Marshall Feb. 08, 2023 03:44 PM EST