Bills Retain Safety Damar Hamlin After Free Agency Talks/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The Buffalo Bills re-signed Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract, keeping the safety off the free-agent market. Hamlin played 14 games last season, continuing his comeback after suffering cardiac arrest in 2023. Buffalo also signed Joey Bosa while making other key roster moves to strengthen its lineup.
Damar Hamlin’s Contract Extension: Quick Looks
- Contract Details: The Bills signed Hamlin to a one-year deal, securing depth at the safety position.
- Comeback Story: After going into cardiac arrest in 2023, Hamlin returned to start 14 games in 2024.
- Competition Ahead: He will battle Cole Bishop for a starting role next to Taylor Rapp.
- Strong 2024 Season: Hamlin posted 89 tackles and two interceptions last year.
- Career Stats: Since 2021, Hamlin has played in 48 games, starting 27 for Buffalo.
- Bills’ Other Moves: Buffalo also signed Joey Bosa and re-signed multiple key players.
- AFC East Outlook: The five-time division champions are building for another deep playoff run.
Deep Look: Damar Hamlin Stays with Bills on One-Year Deal
Buffalo Retains Hamlin for 2025 Season
The Buffalo Bills ensured Damar Hamlin will remain part of their defense, signing the safety to a one-year contract on Wednesday. The deal keeps Hamlin off the free-agent market, securing a reliable piece of Buffalo’s secondary.
Hamlin’s journey back to football has been remarkable. After suffering cardiac arrest during a game in 2023, he worked his way back into the lineup in 2024, playing in 14 games and recording 89 tackles with two interceptions.
Hamlin’s Role in Buffalo’s Defense
Despite returning as a starter last season, Hamlin faces competition in 2025 from second-year safety Cole Bishop, who will battle for a starting spot alongside Taylor Rapp.
With 27 career starts and 48 total games played, Hamlin brings experience and leadership to Buffalo’s defensive backfield.
Buffalo Bills Making Big Offseason Moves
In addition to keeping Hamlin, the Bills made a major splash in free agency by signing former Chargers edge rusher Joey Bosa to a one-year, $12.6 million deal. The move strengthens Buffalo’s pass rush after the team released Von Miller to create salary-cap flexibility.
Buffalo also retained key role players, including:
- Running back Ty Johnson
- Fullback Reggie Gilliam
- Wide receiver Joshua Palmer
- Defensive lineman Michael Hoecht
What This Means for the Bills
- Hamlin’s return solidifies the secondary, adding depth and experience.
- Bosa’s signing gives the defense a proven pass rusher in place of Von Miller.
- Retaining core players ensures continuity as Buffalo aims to remain dominant in the AFC.
With Hamlin’s inspiring comeback still unfolding, he now has another season to contribute as the Bills chase another deep playoff run.
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