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Damar Hamlin has made the 53-man roster for the Buffalo Bills, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
The defensive back and former Pitt Panther has been working his way back to form after suffering cardiac arrest during a game in January. Hamlin’s story instantly made national headlines and his recovery has been closely followed.
Damar Hamlin has made the #Bills’ 53-man roster, per source.
Hamlin has been working in camp as a backup safety and special teamer as he continues to make his way back after suffering cardiac arrest on the field in January. pic.twitter.com/HfjHPfDV6d
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 29, 2023
In the preseason, Hamlin made his first official return to the football field for Buffalo’s 23-19 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Aug. 12. He saw limited action in the game, but still finished with three tackles and a crucial fourth-down stop near midfield.
A week later, he was in Pittsburgh for the first time as a pro. Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi was there to welcome him.
The 25-year-old worked as a backup safety and as a member of special teams during the preseason. Last year, Hamlin started 13 games for the Bills and collected 63 total tackles. His first game back on the field in Buffalo comes in Week 2 against the Raiders.
Buffalo opens the season visiting the New York Jets on Monday, Sept. 11.
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