SportsCenter talked with two heart specialists who say that Damar has a chance to pull through thanks to the first responders who got his heart started back up in such a timely manner.
I think now is a good time as any to thank our real heroes: The EMTs and first responders who help save lives. I don't think we do that often enough.
As a reporter, I've been to a number of games where athletes – and in one case, a game official – collapsed due to a sudden health episode, suffered a traumatic injury or so forth. Each time, that person's life was saved ... and it was a first responder/EMT who helped stabilize the person until doctors could begin treatment and life-saving care.
Please thank all the EMTs and first responders. They respond to many emergencies and face many challenges and save lives, and that's all that we can ask.
Prayers to Damar Hamlin and everyone whose lives he touches, including teammates, coaches, his family and friends.
Brian