Damar Hamlin's comeback is complete.
The Bills defensive back is active for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins for the first time since suffering a cardiac arrest during Buffalo's Jan. 2 game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Damar Hamlin has taken the field at Highmark, showin some fan appreciation. You’ll see him with a big presence on special teams as I reported to start the day…
— StaceyDales (@StaceyDales) October 1, 2023
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An awesome moment to watch Bills safety Damar Hamlin huddle with his teammates before taking the field for his first regular-season game. Hamlin was a healthy scratch the first three games — but will have a key role on special teams today. pic.twitter.com/PyfOiouJ0Z
— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) October 1, 2023
Hamlin was a healthy scratch for the first three games of the 2023 season but will receive a jersey with veteran safety Jordan Poyer already ruled out due to a knee injury.
Hamlin's heart stopped during the Jan. 2 contest after a hit to the chest by Bengals receiver Tee Higgins in the first quarter. Medical staff restored his heartbeat on the field before he was transferred to hospital.
The 25-year-old was fully cleared for football activities in April.
A sixth-round pick in 2021, Hamlin started 13 games for the Bills last season. He recorded 91 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and one forced fumble.
