The Bills are playing on inspiration, but they understand that serious pressure is on their shoulders in this 2023 NFL playoffs.
After being knocked out of the playoffs by the Chiefs in back-to-back years, Buffalo has a Super Bowl-or-Bust feeling this season. To get to Super Bowl 57 you might have to outlast both the Bengals and Chiefs, so they need every ounce of motivation they can get.
The Bills will wear a #3 patch on their chest throughout the playoffs, indicating that there is special meaning behind this run for a franchise hoping to win its first championship.
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Here’s what you need to know about the Bills’ patch #3 for the playoffs.
What is the #3 patch on Bill’s jerseys?
The Bills are honoring the safety of Damar Hamlin, who suffered cardiac arrest on the field in Cincinnati in Week 17 and required CPR.
Thankfully, Hamlin has made rapid progress and is already back from hospital, but the incident has rocked the football world and prompted a massive outpouring of support.
The #3 patch, depicting Hamlin’s jersey number, is one of many tributes to sophomore safety. The NFL community has donated millions to his charity, and players and coaches across the league wore Love for Damar shirts in Week 18.
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The Bills debuted Patch #3 in their Week 18 win over the Patriots. Buffalo looked like an inspired team, opening with a kickoff return for a Nyheim Hines touchdown and throwing two touchdown passes from more than 40 yards.
Hamlin was discharged from a Buffalo hospital on Wednesday after being transferred from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center earlier in the week. Doctors credited the Bills’ medical staff with not only saving Hamlin’s life but also acting quickly enough to preserve his neurological function.
Hamlin was active on social media, tweeting in support of his teammates during their win over New England.
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While Hamlin is already on the road to recovery, he will be remembered fondly by his teammates as they embark on what will hopefully be a memorable playoff run.
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