01-03-2023, 12:24 PM
(01-03-2023, 11:19 AM)pally Wrote: Last night was in no way, shape, or form Tee's fault. It was a flukey, freaky accident. But knowing that intellectually and accepting it are 2 different things when it was your elbow and shoulder that hit Damar's heart at precisely the right moment to cause a cardiac arrest. I can't even imagine what he is going through right now.
Everyone on the team will be traumatized but Tee will carry a different burden because of his involvement.
How does he move forward? He is already dealing with the sudden loss of his father less than 6 months ago. What does this mean for his future?
I am so glad his mom was there last night and I know she will be there with him as long as he needs her to be. I also know the Bengals will do anything and everything to help him work through this trauma. This is a time when the Bengals being a small family organization is a good thing. Everyone knows everybody within the team and that closeness will help.
It is going to be a long time before that young man is all right.
Tee sent this last night
My prayers and thoughts go out to @HamlinIsland the Hamlin Family. I’m praying that you pull through bro. Love ???
— Tee Higgins⁵ (@teehiggins5) January 3, 2023
I know Tee was the player involved, but there are a lot of players and coaches on that field last night impacted. The fans at the game were also impacted.
Let's pray Hamlin survives and can lead a normal life, that is prayer #1. If that happens, it will take some of the sting away for all of us.
I am so ready for 2024 season. I love pro football and hoping for a great Bengals year. Regardless, always remember it is a game and entertainment.