Emotional Reflections on Football Player Prayers and Personal Health Journeys

Witnessing Football Players Pray for Injured Teammate Damar Hamlin, Tennessee Sports Producer Reflects on Past Injuries and His Prostate Cancer Treatment!

A moment of shared pain

January 10, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on January 6, 2026

Almost three years ago, during a football game, players and fans were left in shock when Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, leading to the suspension of the game as teammates prayed for his recovery.

During an NFL game, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered a sudden medical emergency on the field, collapsing after making a tackle and leaving players, officials, and fans in shock.

The incident led to the immediate suspension of the game as teammates gathered around him in visible distress, many praying and crying as medical staff worked to stabilize him.

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Kre Linked the Incident on the Football Field, Where Football Players Prayed for Their Injured Teammate Damar Hamlin, to his Own Personal Story!

On January 3, 2026, shared a lengthy Facebook post reflecting on the emotional impact of watching football players cry and pray for their injured teammate.

In his post, he compared the moment to a tragic incident he experienced while producing a Syracuse basketball game in 1982, highlighting how differently Hamlin’s injury was handled.

Edmundson focused on the shared silence, fear, and unspoken thoughts among everyone watching, expressing hope that Hamlin would survive.

He then connected the moment to his own life, revealing that he was beginning treatment for prostate cancer the same day.

Further, he explained how witnessing the players’ vulnerability pushed him to open up about his health struggles, fears, and personal changes he was facing.

In recent days, he reposted the message, stating that the cancer treatments were successful and that he still stood by the words he wrote.

He ended his post by wishing readers a happy New Year.

People responded to Edmundson’s post by sharing their point of view and offering support, prayers, and encouragement.

One person highlighted unity and compassion, saying,

“Your teammates are gathering together on the field and praying for you. Some maybe shedding tears. We will be with you in spirit, always.”

Another shared their belief and faith in his strength, saying,

“You are a winner and I know you will win this battle. My prayers are with you and I know you will overcome this disease. Stay in faith and God will see you through.”

Rather than just talking about the injury, the author is trying to share how the moment reminded him of life’s uncertainty and pushed him to open up about his own personal battle.

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