NFL rocked by Bills player’s on-field collapse
The NFL has been rocked by the on-field collapse of a Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin.
The 24-year-old collided with Cincinnati Bengals receiver Tee Higgins after a completion.
He was seen rising to his feet, adjusting his headgear and falling backward about three seconds later.
He was surrounded by players from both teams as CPR was carried out on the field.
This is very hard to watch. Thoughts and prayers with Damar Hamlin. Well handled by everyone on the field and the ESPN broadcasters. Game is now suspended, as it should be. The game is secondary right now. Hope Damar comes through.
— Peter Psaltis (@peterp79) January 3, 2023
Hamlin was transported to hospital by ambulance in a critical condition 16 minutes later as the Bills knelt in prayer.
The match has been suspended following the incident.
— NFL (@NFL) January 3, 2023
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