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Bills Make Final Decision on Fan-Favorite Defender

Bills Make Final Decision on Fan-Favorite Defender

Summary

The Buffalo Bills have decided to keep safety Damar Hamlin for another year, signing him to a one-year contract. Hamlin had a significant past season with the team but was limited last year due to injury. Several changes in the team's defense could lead to more playing time for him.

Key Facts

  • The Buffalo Bills signed safety Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract.
  • Hamlin suffered a pectoral injury last season, limiting him to five games.
  • In 2024, Hamlin had a standout season with 89 tackles and two interceptions.
  • Hamlin survived a cardiac incident in January 2023 and fully recovered.
  • The Bills have made changes in their defensive lineup, needing experienced players like Hamlin.
  • Both Dane Jackson and Taylor Rapp left the team in free agency.
  • Veteran safeties Geno Stone and C.J. Gardner-Johnson joined the Bills this offseason.

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