Damar Hamlin Marks One-Year Anniversary of On-Field Cardiac Arrest with Heart Tattoo
Buffalo Bills safety reflects on his journey from critical condition to triumphant return to the field and inspiring others through his experience.
- Damar Hamlin, Buffalo Bills safety, commemorates the one-year anniversary of his on-field cardiac arrest with a heart tattoo.
- Hamlin collapsed during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals on January 2, 2023, after tackling Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins.
- Hamlin was in critical condition for an extended period, had to be resuscitated twice, and was put on a ventilator due to lung damage.
- He made a triumphant return to the field in August 2023, seven months after the incident.
- Hamlin's experience has inspired many to get CPR trained, and he continues to work on his charity, Chasing M's Foundation, which focuses on empowering youth and helping those facing adversity.