Miracles do come true, and few understand this better than those who have come face-to-face with death. Damar Hamlin, the talented American football safety for the Buffalo Bills, defied the odds and made an astonishing comeback after experiencing a sudden and devastating health disaster. His journey from the depths of despair to reclaiming his place on the field is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of sheer determination.
Hamlin played college football at the University of Pittsburgh before being selected by the Buffalo Bills in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL draft. The 25-year-old player recently experienced a major heart attack during a game and required immediate medical attention. Following months of medical observation and receiving life-saving CPR on the field, Hamlin has made a remarkable return to the game. However, it appears that his comeback has left many unaffected.
It was not the end of his story!
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Damar Hamlin suffered a major heart attack on the field when his team was playing against Cincinnati Bengals in a ?Monday Night Football? game on January 2 this year. Medical staff immediately gave him CPR along with shocking him with a defibrillator, restarting his heart?s normal rhythm. It was later revealed that the cause of his near-fatal collapse was commotion cordis, a rare event caused by a blow to the chest.
Video: Good to see #Bills Safety Damar Hamlin back on the field, returning to normal ?
(? @JTMessinger) pic.twitter.com/lbfTh1mNEv
? Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) May 24, 2023
After undergoing critical medical observation for over four months, Damar Hamlin has received medical clearance and made a triumphant return to the football field. Recently, he was spotted practicing with his team, showcasing his resilience and determination. In a press conference held last month, Hamlin expressed, ?This event was life-changing, but it’s not the end of my story.? While the Buffalo Bills team and his devoted fans rejoice at his return, it is disheartening to note that there are individuals who remain unaffected by his remarkable comeback, even after witnessing his triumphant recovery from such a significant ordeal.
Unexpected reactions after his return
On Thursday, Damar Hamlin made his much-anticipated return to practice on the field, marking a significant milestone in his journey. NFL reporter Dov Kleiman shared a video of Hamlin in action, igniting a flurry of reactions from fans on social media. While some fans expressed their excitement and support for his comeback, there were a majority of users who displayed a surprising lack of interest and openly shared their indifference towards his return.
Does he get a medal for this to?
— BengalsHead (@BengalsHead) May 24, 2023
we do not care
— jew (@JWeinstein27) May 24, 2023
He's not that guy to keep the focus on him this long . I'm sorry. I wish him well tho.. there's players in the league that survived cancer not getting this much attention.
— BlowinCartidges_Since88 (@Solemon513) May 24, 2023
Some said mockingly that he must be Hamlin’s clone!
How long his clone really gonna keep this up tho
— Clarity (@clarityiskey_) May 24, 2023
https://twitter.com/sportsonhere/status/1661378097348763648?s=20
In addition to the fans who were indifferent or unaffected by Damar Hamlin’s return, it is important to highlight that there were also a significant number of users who genuinely cared about his health and come back.
Just hope he’s truly okay
— Don’t neglect the oline again (@Magical_Answer) May 24, 2023
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Love to see it, all the progression that’s been made
— Ahdan BinBallin (@Ahdan38604334) May 24, 2023
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Despite receiving mixed reactions to his return, it is undeniably heartening to witness Damar Hamlin back on the field, overcoming adversity and pursuing his passion once again.
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