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‘“First I would just like to thank God for even being here,” an emotional Hamlin said. “Every day I’m amazed that my experiences could encourage so many others across the country and even across the world. Encourage to pray, encourage to spread love and encourage to keep fighting no matter the circumstances.”’

‘Hamlin was selected among four other finalists: New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones, Washington Commanders offensive tackle Charles Leno Jr., Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller and Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White.’

‘”If I can golf every day, I would,” Allen said during a practice round ahead of the event. “It’s my favorite thing to do.”‘

‘”The only thing I’d get on to him is he’s got too many bruises on him,” Beane said. “And we’ve got to work on taking less hits. That’s the only reason I’m ever going to criticize Josh is just take less hits.”‘

‘”What happened to me on Monday Night Football I feel is a direct example of God using me as a vessel to share my passion and my love directly from my heart with the entire world. And now I’m able to give it back to kids and communities all across the world who need it the most, and that’s always been my dream. That’s always been what I stood for and what I will continue to stand for.”‘

‘The post accumulated over 70 shares in less than a week. Similar claims have spread widely on Facebook, Twitter and elsewhere, particularly among conspiracy theorists such as QAnon backers and far-right radio host Stew Peters.’

‘Once again, Allen, who is arguably the most physically gifted quarterback in the league, led the Bills with 26 rushing yards while Devin Singletary and James Cook combined for 37 yards on the ground. That won’t cut it. The Bills need to stop relying on Allen as the bread-and-butter of the running game when he really should be a complementary bonus in that area.’

‘”All love thoughts prayers and concerns to @HamlinIsland as he continues to recover from that tragic incident,” Apple posted Tuesday to his verified Twitter account. “Never would I make light of that scary unfortunate scene. This game is truly a dangerous risk to our bodies mind and spirit. Nothing but love to all my football brothers.”‘

‘With two minutes to go in the first half, Hamlin appeared on the stadium video board, opening the window to the suite where he was watching the game and making his signature “heart” sign to an explosion of cheers from the Bills faithful.’

‘Forced to play catch-up all afternoon, the Bills – eliminated from last year’s playoffs in the divisional round after losing in overtime at Kansas City – could never make up the deficit. Buffalo cut the margin to seven points twice, but the Bengals were quick to respond on a day that Burrow passed for 242 yards and star receiver Ja’Marr Chase seemed to be unstoppable – even in the snow – when it was time for a clutch catch. And, oh, Joe Mixon shredded Buffalo’s defense for 105 rushing yards as the Bengals ran for 172 yards.’

‘Burrow was the most-sacked quarterback a season ago – getting taken down 70 times, including 19 during his Super Bowl run – so he’ll be ready for the challenge playing in Buffalo potentially down three offensive line starters in this game.’

‘For as much as the respect between the teams grew on that Monday night and in the aftermath, a bond shared as they came to grips with the possibility of a man losing his life on a football field, the AFC divisional playoff will be more of the same. Sentiments will be separated from the task at hand.’

‘“It’s limited, just overall. But he comes in and it started today or yesterday and trying to get into a little bit of a routine, getting himself acclimated again, and taking it one step – baby step – at a time,” McDermott said of Hamlin.’

‘The Bills entered this game as a double-digit favorite, but the Dolphins – their heated AFC East rival – gave them a run for their money in a game that lasted nearly four hours.’

‘Allen is regarded as one of the NFL’s best young quarterbacks, but his 16 interceptions and 22 giveaways this season, including this playoff game, tell another story of careless play.’