- Damar Hamlin collapses and suffers on-field cardiac arrest.
- Bills VS Bengals game suspended for the week, with no decision on resumption.
- Hamlin currently sedated in the hospital and intensive care.
The game scheduled between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals’ has been suspended for this week, following Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest on Monday Night Football.
The 24-year-old Bills’ star collapsed during their game with the Bengals after he collided with Bengals’ Tee Higgins in the first quarter of the game.
Hamlin was immediately taken to the hospital with his mother at his side. A representative has announced that Damar is ‘fighting’ but is sedated and in critical condition.
The National Football League has maintained contact with Damar Hamlin’s medical team, the Bills and Bengals organizations and the NFL Players Association have done so too.
After a meeting with the two teams and the NFLPA leadership, NFL Commissioner, Roger Goodell announced to the clubs that the Bills VS Bengals game will not be continuing this week.
During his address, Goodell said:
‘The NFL has made no decision regarding the possible resumption of the game at a later date.
‘The league has not made any changes to the Week 18 regular season schedule.
‘We will continue to provide additional information as it becomes available.’
The NFL industry is abuzz with speculations on whether the match will be voided since the playoffs are fast approaching.
Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders face off this Saturday. If Patrick Mahomes and his team win, they will seal the No.1 seed spot for the playoffs. This will make the Bills-Bengals academic. But, if the Chiefs lose, the Bills can still claim the top seed.
In his memo to team executives and coaches, Roger Goddell while giving an update on Hamlin’s condition on Tuesday, stated:
‘During last night’s game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals, Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field.
‘Damar experienced cardiac arrest and was resuscitated by on-site club physicians and independent medical personnel, all of whom are highly trained in implementing the plans for medical emergencies.
‘Damar was stabilized and transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, a Level One trauma center, where he remains in ICU’.
Given the recent developments, the NFL has been criticized for their reluctance and sluggishness in postponing the game Monday night. But, the league dispelled the reports that they were planning to resume the game.
Although, ESPN’s Joe Buck has fired back at the League’s denials.
Goodell’s memo informed the teams that the NFL will give constant updates on Hamlin’s condition when they can. He told them that mental health and support resources were available.
Hamlin’s family also released a statement earlier in the day, thanking the ‘dedicated first responders who resuscitated Bills Safety.
‘On behalf of our family, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the love and support shown to Damar during this challenging time,’ the statement read.
‘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 Bills 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.’
NFL FULL MEMO TO TEAMS On Damil Hamlin’s Condition
‘During last night’s game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals, Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field.
‘Damar experienced cardiac arrest and was resuscitated by on-site club physicians and independent medical personnel, all of whom are highly trained in implementing the plans for medical emergencies.
‘Damar was stabilized and transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, a Level One trauma center, where he remains in ICU.
‘After speaking with both teams and NFLPA leadership, I decided to postpone last night’s game and have our focus remain on Damar and his family.
‘We are in regular contact with both clubs and with the medical team caring for Damar and will share additional information as we receive it.
‘Earlier today, the Head of Player Engagement and Team Clinician for each club received information from Dr Nyaka NiiLampti about mental health and support resources that are available to your players and staff.
‘Additional resources including on-site services can be available for any club that wishes this assistance.
‘If your club would like to make use of these additional resources, please have your Player Engagement lead or Team Clinician contact Dr NiiLampti.
‘A short time ago, and after discussions with the two teams and the NFLPA, we advised Buffalo and Cincinnati that last night’s game will not be resumed this week.
‘No decision has been made regarding the possible resumption of the game at a later date and we have not announced any changes to this weekend’s schedule.
‘We will promptly advise all clubs of any decisions that are made regarding these matters. If you have any questions in the meantime, please call me or any of our senior staff.’
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