Is Damar Hamlin playing tonight vs. Dolphins? Updated status on Bills safety's availability on 'Thursday Night Football'

Bills safety Damar Hamlin stepped into the biggest role of his NFL career this season.

Hamlin has become a player of interest after overcoming a scary and tragic injury during a "Monday Night Football" game against the Bengals in January 2022. He collapsed on the field after a hit, suffering a neck injury and cardiac arrest.

Hamlin made a miraculous return to the field in 2023, finishing as a finalist for NFL Comeback Player of the Year.

With all of Buffalo's roster turnover on the defensive side of the ball, Hamlin was slated to take over as the Bills' starting safety for the 2024 season, but is Hamlin playing in their "Thursday Night Football" game against the Dolphins?

The Sporting News has you covered below.

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Is Damar Hamlin playing vs. Dolphins?

Yes, Hamlin started at safety for the Bills' "Thursday Night Football" showdown against the Dolphins.

He is not dealing with any injuries, so he never appeared on Buffalo's practice injury report throughout the week.

Hamlin has already made an impact in this primetime contest, recording a team-high four tackles in the first quarter.

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What number is Damar Hamlin?

Hamlin is once again wearing No. 3 for the Bills.

He wore No. 31 as a rookie, but he's worn the No. 3 jersey for the past three seasons.

Damar Hamlin stats

Hamlin has now started in both of the Bills' games this season.

He recorded four tackles (two solo, two assisted) and only allowed one reception on two targets in Buffalo's Week 1 win over the Cardinals.