Evidently, Buffalo didn't feel Hamlin was quite ready to step back out in the intensity of a playoff game and make a difference. So instead, he'll watch from the sideline, hoping the Bills advance and give him another chance to get back on the field.

Ahead of the Bills' upcoming playoff contest vs. the Broncos, Damar Hamlin revealed that he recently got baptized.

Damar Hamlin is not playing in the 2026 Wild Card Game due to injury recovery. Get the latest on his condition.

Buffalo Bills' defenders Ed Oliver and Damar Hamlin could return from injury for the playoff game against the Denver Broncos.