Bills' Darmar Hamlin Talks To Team After Breathing Tube Removed

CINCINNATI, OH — Buffalo Bills safety and Pittsburgh native Damar Hamlin spoke to teammates Friday after the breathing tube he needed since suffering cardiac arrest Monday was removed. Hamlin, 24, experienced the medical emergency during the first quarter of the Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game.

What he said to the team via Facetime, according to the Bills:

Bills coach Sean McDemott described the communication between Hamlin and the team as follows:

The Bills stated via social media on Friday that Hamlin "continues to progress remarkably in his recovery. His neurological function remains intact and he has been able to talk to his family and care team."

Doctors on Thursday did not say whether Hamlin, a Central Catholic High School graduate and former University of Pittsburgh star, would be able to resume his NFL career. They declined to detail the potential long-term implications of the incident that nearly cost him his life.

Pitt fans attending the university's basketball game tomorrow at the Petersen Events Center have been invited to sign a banner in support of Hamlin.