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2026 NFL Offseason Buzz: Vikings Hiring Seahawks Executive As New GM

Here's the latest offseason buzz and rumors around the NFL.

11 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Offseason Buzz: Vikings Hiring Seahawks Executive As New GM

Damar Hamlin and Doctor Mike set Guinness World Records title for hands-only CPR training at NFL Draft Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to equip nearly 1,300 people with CPR training at NFL Draft

APRIL 27 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

New coach in Buffalo, same high expectations with Bills expected to focus on defense in NFL draft

The Buffalo Bills enter the NFL draft scheduled to pick at No. 26 and are trying to retool on the fly under new coach Joe Brady

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Bills make major Damar Hamlin contract decision for 2026 NFL season | Sporting News Buffalo is making a move its fans will appreciate.

MARCH 27 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Safety Damar Hamlin returns to Buffalo for 6th season after signing a 1-year contract with the Bills

Safety Damar Hamlin is returning to Buffalo for a sixth season after signing a one-year contract with the team

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Back with Bills Buffalo re-signed Hamlin (pectoral) on Friday.

Impact Hamlin appears to be fully recovered from the pectoral injury that caused him to miss the final 13 games of the 2025 campaign, as he practiced in full and was a candidate to return from IR in advance of the Bills' loss to the Broncos in the divisional round. Across five regular-season appearances last year, Hamlin handled just five defensive snaps. The soon-to-be 29-year-old looks primed to handle a similar reserve role during the 2026 campaign.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

4 Takeaways from the Fanatics Flag Football Classic Draft

Tom Brady is eager to return to the field in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic this weekend. Here's what you need to know.

MARCH 19 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways from the Fanatics Flag Football Classic Draft

Brady, Gronk, Hurts, Burrow: Fanatics Flag Football Classic Draft Results

There are numerous NFL stars past and present playing in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. Following a draft, here are the teams.

MARCH 19 • FOX SPORTS

Brady, Gronk, Hurts, Burrow: Fanatics Flag Football Classic Draft Results

Bills Add Potential Defensive Starter, Likely Eliminate Need to Re-Sign Damar Hamlin The Buffalo Bills have agreed to terms with a free agent safety who made seven interceptions in 2023.

MARCH 14 • SI.COM

Damar Hamlin breaks silence after Sean McDermott firing with emotional message To say the Buffalo Bills have faced backlash for their choice to fire their longtime head coach, Sean McDermott, would be a massive understa...

JANUARY 21 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Bills fire coach Sean McDermott after 9 seasons of falling short of reaching the Super Bowl

The Buffalo Bills have fired coach Sean McDermott after the team again failed to reach the Super Bowl in his nine seasons

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Why Damar Hamlin still isn't playing for Bills in playoffs vs. Broncos with injury update | Sporting News Buffalo is still short at the safety position.

JANUARY 17 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Remains on IR Hamlin (pectoral) wasn't activated from injured reserve Friday, ruling him out for Saturday's divisional-round game against the Broncos.

Impact Hamlin was designated for return from injured reserve nine days ago and logged a trio of full practices this week. However, it wasn't enough for the Bills to activate him ahead of Saturday's playoff contest. With Jordan Poyer (hamstring) ruled out against Denver, the Bills will be down to Cole Bishop, Sam Franklin, Jordan Hancock, Cam Lewis and Darnell Savage as options at safety.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Another full practice Thursday Hamlin (pectoral) will practice in full Thursday and is listed as questionable for Saturday's divisional round matchup against the Broncos, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News...

Impact Hamlin has now logged three consecutive full practice sessions, suggesting he could return for Saturday's playoff matchup. However, the 27-year-old must still be activated to Buffalo's active roster in order to suit up for the divisional round. If Hamlin returns from his 13-game absence Saturday, he'll likely operate as one of the Bills' backup safeties while contributing on special teams.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bills' Damar Hamlin set for stunning role in playoffs vs. Broncos with Jordan Poyer injury news | Sporting News This would be a big stage.

JANUARY 14 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Damar Hamlin Talks Getting Back On The Practice Field Safety Damar Hamlin addressed the media after practice on Thursday January 14th.

JANUARY 14 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Logs full practice Tuesday Hamlin (pectoral) was a full participant during Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Hamlin progressed enough in his recovery from a pectoral injury to return to practice this past Wednesday. He was unable to play in Sunday's wild-card round win against the Jaguars, but if he can continue to log full practices, he would have a chance at being activated from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's playoff game against the Broncos. If Hamlin is available, then he would likely contribute on special teams while serving in a depth role in the secondary.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Why Damar Hamlin isn't playing right now for Bills in playoffs with injury news | Sporting News Hamlin remains a part of the Bills.

JANUARY 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Won't return to face Jags Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Friday that Hamlin (pectoral) will not come off IR in time for Sunday's wild-card round matchup against Jacksonville, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN...

Impact Hamlin had his 21-day practice window opened Wednesday and has since logged back-to-back limited sessions, but Buffalo will need to advance beyond the wild-card round of the AFC playoffs for the veteran safety to have a chance to retake the field. If Hamlin does return to action later in the postseason, he will stand to handle a depth role in the Bills' secondary.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Bills set up to gain huge secondary help just in time for Wild Card round The Buffalo Bills have been dealing with injuries all season long, but they are getting somewhat healthier as the playoffs approach. Damar H...

JANUARY 7 • BUFFALOWDOWN.COM

Bills share major injury news on Josh Allen, Damar Hamlin before playoffs begin | Sporting News Buffalo is prepping for Jacksonville.

JANUARY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Designated to return from IR The Bills designated Hamlin (pectoral) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the team's official site reports.

Impact Hamlin was placed on IR in early October after seeing just 12 defensive snaps in the first five weeks of the season. The reserve safety's 21-day practice window has now opened, meaning he could return any week during a potential deep playoff run for the Bills.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Is Damar Hamlin still playing football? What to know about Bills' inspirational safety and injury | Sporting News It's been an interesting ride.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Three years later, Damar Hamlin 'won the game of life' It's been nearly three years since Damar Hamlin collapsed on that Monday night in Cincinnati.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Bills host Bengals in matchup of AFC teams with recent history of dominant December records

The Buffalo Bills host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday in a meeting of two AFC teams with a recent history of December dominance, and a quarterback showdown between Josh Allen and...

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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