Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin. Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

Bills' Damar Hamlin takes huge step in his recovery

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated 1/5/23

The Buffalo Bills shared another update about Damar Hamlin on Thursday morning, and the news was once again very positive.

Doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center say Hamlin has shown “remarkable improvement” over the past 24 hours. The defensive back is still considered to be in critical condition but has “demonstrated that he appears to be neurologically intact.”

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— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) January 5, 2023

Hamlin’s agency also issued a statement saying the 24-year-old made “substantial improvement” overnight on Wednesday. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Hamlin opened his eyes on Wednesday night and has been responsive.

#Bills S Damar Hamlin opened his eyes last night and is responsive. Truly incredible. One thing that's very clear from speaking to those close to him: They are endlessly appreciative of the medical care given to Hamlin on the field immediately, then over the last 72 hours.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 5, 2023

Hamlin collapsed on the field following a collision during Buffalo’s “Monday Night Football” game against the Cincinnati Bengals. He suffered a cardiac arrest and had his heartbeat restored by medical personnel at Paycor Stadium.

Hamlin’s friend on Wednesday cleared up one big miscommunication about Damar’s health.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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