Damar Hamlin: Tom Brady shares prayers for Buffalo Bills safety in critical condition
Tom Brady shares prayers for Damar Hamlin with the Buffalo Bills safety in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest following tackle – as Bucs QB also thanks Cincinnati and Buffalo communities
Tom Brady has become the latest to send well wishes to Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin as he fights for his life in hospital.
The 24-year-old safety collapsed and received emergency medical treatment after colliding with Cincinnati Bengals’ Tee Higgins during the Monday Night Football game.
Hamlin was administered CPR on the field while surrounded by teammates, some of them in tears, as they shielded him from public view.
Tom Brady has become the latest to send well wishes to Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin
Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest after colliding with Cincinnati Bengals’ Tee Higgins
He was rushed to hospital with his mother Nina by his side, and a family representative has now revealed that he is ‘fighting’ but remains sedated and in a critical condition.
Higgins led the outpouring of support for the young player, tweeting that he ‘prays Hamlin will pull through’.
Brady sent his well wishes Tuesday morning, writing on his Twitter profile: ‘We’re praying for Damar and his family this morning in Tampa.
Higgins led the outpouring of support for the young player and Brady sent his well wishes
Brady said: ‘Moments like this put into perspective what it means to play this game we love’
‘Moments like this put into perspective what it means to play this game we love.
‘Thankful for our communities in Cincinnati and Buffalo for the overwhelming level of care and support I know they’ll continue to provide.’
In a statement on Tuesday Hamlin’s family said: ‘On behalf of our family, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the love and support shown to Damar during this challenging time.
‘We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words and donations from fans around the country.
‘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.
‘We feel so blessed to be part of the Buffalo Bulls organization and to have their support. We also want to thank Coach Taylor and the Bengals for everything they’ve done.
‘Your generosity and compassion mean the world to us. Please keep Damar in your prayers.’
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