‘“I didn’t wake up that morning in January thinking that I would need someone to save my life that day, and I doubt that the staff thought that they had to do what they did either,” Hamlin said in the video. “What I’ve taken away from what happened to me six and a half months ago, is that any of us at any given time are capable of doing something that’s incredible, in saving a life and living a life in service to others.”‘
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Buffalo Bills special teams ace Steve Tasker named Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalist
‘Standing at 5-foot-9, 185 pounds, Tasker was a blazing-fast, fearless gunner. He made six straight Pro Bowls and in 1993 became the only special teams player to be named Pro Bowl MVP. Tasker finished his career with 204 special teams tackles and seven blocked punts. He had nine touchdown receptions. The only current special teams player in the same stratosphere as Tasker is the New England Patriots’ Matthew Slater.’
Is the Buffalo Bills’ Super Bowl window closed? 23 Bills questions for ‘23
‘The biggest reason the Bills’ Super Bowl window is wide open? No. 17.’
Hamlin presents Bills athletic training staff with Pat Tillman Award for Service
‘Upon accepting the award, Breske stepped to the podium to say a few words, thanking the many individuals who helped save Hamlin’s life, including the Bills and Bengals athletic training and medical staffs, equipment managers, player engagement personnel, mental health clinicians, chaplains, security, on-field first responders, paramedics and the team at the University of Cincinnati medical center.’
Damar Hamlin, Bills medical staff share tearful ESPYS moment: ‘Emotional journey’
‘“By the grace of God and divine intervention, we had the best outcome we could have prayed for or imagined,” Bills head athletic trainer Nate Breske said during the acceptance speech. “It was a massive army of specialists who came together on and off the field to do their jobs at night.”’
Damar Hamlin presents Buffalo Bills’ training staff Pat Tillman Award for Service at ESPYs
‘The 2023 ESPY Awards featured an emotional reunion similar to February’s recognition at the NFL Honors show of UC Medical Center professionals who helped Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin survive a cardiac-arrest event at Cincinnati’s Paycor Stadium in January.’
Damar Hamlin breaks down during emotional award tribute to Bills’ training staff at ESPYS
‘He embraced all the trainers, and though his back was turned to the cameras, it was clear he was very emotional reuniting with all of them in that moment.’
An emotional Damar Hamlin presents the Buffalo Bills training staff that saved his life with an award during the ESPYS
‘The 25-year-old Bills safety wiped tears from his eyes as he took the stage Wednesday to introduce the training staff – months after he went into cardiac arrest on the field after making a tackle during the first quarter of the Bills’ January 2 game against the Cincinnati Bengals.’
An Emotional Damar Hamlin Presented Pat Tillman Award to Bills Training Staff, and Fans Loved It
‘The clip of the moment went viral on social media as fans couldn’t help but celebrate the inspiring moment. Here are some of the best reactions.’
Damar Hamlin presents Bills’ training staff with Pat Tillman Award for Service in emotional ESPYS moment
‘Hamlin took the stage to present the Pat Tillman Award for Service. A video narrated by Hamlin that led into the award cut back to a visibly emotional Hamlin on stage. The crowd then gave Hamlin a standing ovation as he handed the award to the Bills’ training staff.’
Opinion: What to expect from each Bills draft pick in 2023
‘Torrence was a really nice pickup by the Bills for where they were able to draft him. Many considered him a first-round talent. He’ll obviously make the 53-man roster, but from there, it will be interesting to see how high he can climb on the depth chart.’
Bills training staff honored with Pat Tillman Service Award at 2023 ESPY Awards
‘During Wednesday night’s ceremony, Hamlin was in attendance and had the opportunity to present the ESPY for the Pat Tillman Award to those who saved his life back on Jan. 2. Hamlin was overcome with emotion on stage, as he received a standing ovation from those in attendance.’
Steve Tasker named semifinalist for 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class
‘Tasker advanced as part of the voting for the Senior and Coaches/Contributors category of the Hall of Fame.’
Steve Tasker named semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024
‘Tasker was one of the 31 semifinalists chosen by The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 12-person Seniors Committee to advance to the next round of consideration. According to the Hall, each semifinalist played their last game in professional football no later than the 1998 season.’
Bills training camp preview: New look running back room will be on display
‘A surplus of veteran backs follows Cook on the depth, including free agent signing Damien Harris. Bills fans should be frustratingly familiar with Harris, an ex-Patriot who’s rushed for more yards (364) and touchdowns (five) against Buffalo than any other team in his career. The 26-year-old brings more of a downhill, bruising style of running that should complement Cook.’