Buffalo Bills Re-Sign Damar Hamlin for 2026 Season with One-Year Deal
The Buffalo Bills have brought safety Damar Hamlin back on a one-year deal. The team announced the signing on March 27.
Contract details and roster context
The 28-year-old has spent his entire NFL career with Buffalo. The Bills re-signed Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract ahead of the 2026 season.
Hamlin had played the 2025 season on a one-year deal. That contract ended early because of injury.
2025 season and injury
Hamlin’s 2025 campaign was limited to five games. A pectoral injury in practice ended his season and required surgery.
Medical history and comeback
Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest during a January 2023 Monday Night Football game. He was resuscitated on the field and later diagnosed with commotio cordis.
He made a full recovery and returned to play the following season. That comeback helped him finish second in NFL Comeback Player of the Year voting.
Career milestones
Buffalo selected Hamlin in the sixth round, 212th overall, in 2021. He later started 14 games and recorded his first two career interceptions.
One of his most notable moments came in the 2024 AFC divisional round. He strip-sacked Lamar Jackson and posted a team-high eight tackles in the Bills’ victory.
Off-field work
Since his cardiac incident, Hamlin has partnered with the American Heart Association. He also worked with lawmakers to expand CPR and AED training in schools.
Hamlin helped purchase AEDs for schools and youth groups. He also supported the development of emergency action plans.
Safety room additions
The Bills added safeties Geno Stone and C.J. Gardner-Johnson earlier this offseason. Hamlin will join a deeper group in Buffalo’s secondary.
Outlook
Hamlin said he looks forward to working with coach Joe Brady. The team and fanbase will monitor his health and production in 2026.
Filmogaz.com will follow roster updates and Hamlin’s progress throughout the offseason and regular season.
