‘“One of my favorite quotes: it’s a blessing to be a blessing,” Hamlin said, reading from a brief statement with his parents on stage with him. “With that being said, I plan to never take this position for granted and always have an urgent approach to making a difference in the community where I come from and also communities across the world.”’
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Damar Hamlin ‘will play professional football again,’ NFLPA medical director says
‘”I don’t want to get into HIPAA issues, but I guarantee you that Damar Hamlin will play professional football again,” Mayer said on SiriusXM on Wednesday.’
Bills’ Damar Hamlin makes appearance to receive NFLPA award
‘”Giving back to my community has always been a big part of who I am,” Hamlin said. “I’m thankful to my father, who’s right here behind me. Growing up, just watching him do community days in our community, and I just always was waiting on my time when it came.”‘
Damar Hamlin updates: NFLPA medical director guarantees Bills safety ‘will play professional football again’
‘”Being recognized for the NFLPA Alan Page Community Award is humbling and a dream come true,” Hamlin said. “I’m humbled to even be mentioned amongst those guys. I’ve always wanted to impact my community and show that it’s possible to do great things. With this award, we’ll be able to impact even more people and keep this mission going.”‘
Damar Hamlin Wins NFLPA’s Alan Page Community Award
‘As of Wednesday afternoon, the GoFundMe page has raised more than $9 million for the Chasing M’s Foundation toy drive.’
NFLPA Medical Director Guarantees Damar Hamlin Will Play Football Again
‘“I don’t want to get into HIPAA issues, but I guarantee you that Damar Hamlin will play professional football again,” Mayer said.’
Damar Hamlin wins Alan Page Community Award
‘Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation, including a Toy Drive he started while in college playing at the University of Pittsburgh, has since raised millions of dollars through donations that have poured in from around the world.’
Damar Hamlin receives NFLPA Alan Page Community Award
‘“One of my favorite quotes: it’s a blessing to be a blessing,” Hamlin said, reading from a brief statement with his parents on stage with him. “With that being said, I plan to never take this position for granted and always have an urgent approach to making a difference in the community where I come from and also communities across the world.”’
Hamlin appears during Super Bowl event to receive award
‘After being named a finalist in late January with four other NFL athletes, Hamlin was voted on by his peers and was officially named the winner of the highest honor that the NFLPA can bestow upon a player.’
Report: Bills set to hire Al Holcomb as senior defensive assistant
‘Most recently, Holcomb completed the 2022 season as the Panthers’ interim defensive coordinator. Prior to that position, he was the assistant head coach for the Panthers.’
What to expect of Bills draft picks in year two
‘Considering Buffalo’s cap situation and the first round investment already made in Elam, it’s unlikely further high-level competition will be brought in at cornerback. Elam should go into next season in a similar spot as this year–needing to beat out Dane Jackson and maybe Christian Benford (more on that later) to be the number two corner. This time, Elam will be armed with a year’s worth of familiarity in the Bills defense.’
Damar Hamlin wins NFLPA Award for community service
‘“Giving back to my community has always been a big part of who I am,” said Hamlin, who shouted out his father as a role model for his involvement in community service. “Growing up just watching him do community days in our community and I just always was waiting on my time when it came.”’
Bills players and coaches optimistic for 2023 outlook
‘”We want to win a Super Bowl. That’s our goal. That’s our mindset every time we step out on the field,” Allen said. “Each and every year that’ll never change. It sucks feeling like you’re close and not being able to accomplish it. It’s been the last three years with a very similar feeling. We’ve got to continue to push forward and find a way to get over this hump and set out to accomplish what we want.”‘
Damar Hamlin named winner of the NFLPA’s 2023 Alan Page Community Award
‘Hamlin traveled to Arizona, the site of the Super Bowl, to receive the award with his parents by his side. The safety gives credit to his father, Mario Hamlin, for inspiring him to give back in their community.’
Jessica Pegula says sister Kelly saved their mom, Kim, highlighting value of CPR education
‘Kelly Pegula had gotten CPR certified about three months before her mother’s emergency, Jessica said, as a requirement for a job she was hoping to get. The Pegula sisters had talked about it on the phone, with Jessica saying she had been meaning to get certified as well. Kelly shared that she was a little anxious, knowing the importance of the class.’