The Buffalo Bills secured a hard-fought victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in their wild-card matchup, paving the way for a challenging divisional round battle against the Denver Broncos. Adding to the anticipation is the potential return of veteran safety Damar Hamlin, who has not played since October due to a pectoral injury.
Hamlin’s journey this season has been difficult. After starting all 14 games in the previous season, he has faced a setback, being limited to special teams duty this year with only one tackle recorded in five games. His injury saw him placed on injured reserve, but he has been making significant strides in his recovery, participating fully in team practices this week, raising hopes for his return against the Broncos.
In addition to his physical preparations, Hamlin has found personal growth during his rehabilitation process. Recently, he shared a significant personal milestone, announcing that he was baptized by the team’s Chaplain, with the support of his teammate cornerback Christian Benford. “I got baptized last week by our team Chaplain, and (Christian Benford) helped our team Chaplain do my baptism,” Hamlin disclosed. “We’ve already been brothers for life, but this is for sure, we’ve got a super deep connection.”
As the Bills aim to advance to the AFC Championship Game, Hamlin’s return could provide a psychological boost to the team. Despite facing a tough season, Hamlin’s spiritual journey adds a hopeful dimension to his story, solidifying his bond with teammates and affirming his resilience.
The upcoming game against the Broncos is critical for the Bills, who have battled through injuries but still maintain the confidence of their star quarterback, Josh Allen. As kick-off approaches at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, the Bills remain focused on overcoming the challenges ahead in pursuit of a championship opportunity.