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Commanders Join NFL World Reacting to Injured Bills DB Damar Hamlin

The Washington Commanders and members of the team joined the NFL masses in sending prayers and well-wishes to injured Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin.

David Harrison

For hours, the NFL world came to a stand-still after Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field during Monday Night Football. 

The game between the Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals faded into the background as reports that Hamlin received CPR before being transported by ambulance off the field and to a local trauma center emerged. 

Injuries are a known risk of playing football. 

But nobody signs up for that.

And no fan or media member observing from the edges of the arena anticipates witnessing a scene like that unfold. 

The Washington Commanders and players were among the many who extended prayers and thoughts of support to Hamlin, his family, and his teammates. 

Like many, we awoke on Tuesday in search of updates, hoping for the best. 

"Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest following a hit in the Buffalo Bills' game versus the Cincinnati Bengals," the Buffalo Bills said in a statement. "His heartbeat was restored on the field and he was transferred to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for further testing and treatment. He is currently sedated and listed in critical condition."

Rather than share the video of Hamlin's distress, many have chosen to share one of the 24-year-old greeting his family prior to a game earlier this season. 

And more still are showing their support for Hamlin by donating to a toy drive fundraiser, organized by his Chasing M's Foundation. 

At last tally, the fundraiser was nearing $4 million in donations. 

The events on Monday night showed the potential downsides to America's favorite sport. 

But it's also helped reveal a rallying spirit, with everyone hoping, wishing, and praying for Hamlin's full recovery. 

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DAVID HARRISON

David Harrison has covered the NFL since 2015 as a digital content creator in both written and audio media. He is the host of Locked On Commanders and a graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University. His previous career was as a Military Working Dog Handler for the United States Army. Contact David via email at david.w.harrison82@gmail.com or on Twitter @DHarrison82.

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