Damar Hamlin’s breathing tube removed, talks to teammates over FaceTime
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Damar Hamlin's teammates gave him a standing ovation over the FaceTime call.
Friday was a good day in the Buffalo Bills locker room, as safety Damar Hamlin surprised his teammates and coaches on a video chat and was able to say a few words.
The Bills tweeted Friday morning that Hamlin’s breathing tube was removed overnight and that the defensive back “continues to progress remarkably in his recovery.”
The team also shared that the 24-year-old’s neurologic function remains intact and he’s been able to talk to his family.
According to the New York Times, Hamlin joined his team by FaceTime as they met in preparation for their upcoming Sunday game against the New England Patriots. Bills head coach Sean McDermott told reporters that his appearance on the call was a “treat” and his teammates gave Hamlin a standing ovation, in return.
Hamlin also gave his arm muscles a flex, formed a heart with his hands and was able to tell the team, “Love you boys,” McDermott said.
“It was a pretty cool exchange for a few seconds there,” McDermott said.
Hamlin had to be resuscitated on the football field after he suffered cardiac arrest during the Monday night showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals. The injury occurred after Hamlin tackled Bengals receiver Tee Higgins.
