Who is Tee Higgins and what has he said about Damar Hamlin?

TEE HIGGINS has sent a well-wishing message to Damar Hamlin after he suffered a serious injury during a Buffalo Bills game.

Hamlin remains in critical condition in ICU after he collapsed on the field following a routine tackle.

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Who is Tee Higgins?

Tamaurice William "Tee" Higgins is the Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver.

The 23-year-old played college football at Clemson, where he won the 2019 College Football Playoff National Championship.

He was drafted by the Bengals with the 33rd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

He signed his rookie deal, a four-year contract worth $8.6 million in July 2020.

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What happened to Damar Hamlin?

The Buffalo Bills player collapsed on the field during a game on Monday, January 2, 2023, leaving players and coaches shaken.

Hamlin took a hit to the chest from Higgins at about 8.55pm before collapsing to the ground.

Medics immediately ran onto the field to tend to him before he was put on a backboard and stretcher and given oxygen.

He was reportedly transported out of Paycor Stadium to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

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His uncle has since confirmed he twice required resuscitation - once on the field itself and again at the hospital.

The Buffalo Bills updated fans on Hamlin's health after suffering a cardiac arrest.

The statement said: "Damar Hamlin spent last night in the intensive care unit and remains there today in critical condition at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

"We are grateful and thankful for the outpouring of support we have received thus far."

What has Tee Higgins said about Damar Hamlin?

Bengals player Higgins, who was involved in the tackle before Hamlin's collapse reportedly looked "distraught" leaving the locker room and was seen hugging his mom, after the incident according to reporter Richard Skinner.

He posted a heartfelt message on Twitter that read: “My prayers and thoughts go out to @HamlinIsland the Hamlin Family.

“I’m praying that you pull through bro. Love.”

Fans responded to his tweet, sending prayers his way as well.

One said: "Prayers for you too — and to all the players on both teams."

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Another one wrote: "Sending love and positive thoughts to both of you"

Someone said: "To you too, Tee. Hope you’re doing ok as well."