The Buffalo Bills have been dealt a major blow as they prepare for their season opener against the New York Jets. According to an Associated Press source, safety Damar Hamlin will be out for the game.
Hamlin, who was drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, had been expected to make an immediate impact on the Bills’ defense. He had been working with the first-team defense during training camp and was expected to start alongside Micah Hyde at safety.
The news of Hamlin’s absence is a major setback for the Bills, as they were hoping he would provide a boost to their secondary. He was expected to be a key contributor in the team’s defensive scheme and his absence will leave a big hole in the lineup.
The Bills have not yet revealed the reason for Hamlin’s absence, but it is believed to be related to an injury. It is unclear how long he will be out, but it is likely that he will miss multiple weeks.
In his absence, the Bills will likely turn to veteran safety Dean Marlowe to fill the void. Marlowe has experience playing both safety and cornerback and should be able to provide some stability in the secondary.
The Bills will need to find a way to make up for the loss of Hamlin if they want to have any chance of success against the Jets. His absence is a major blow to their defense and they will need to find a way to make up for his production.
