Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills player whose life was saved by doctors after a severe on-field injury, became a focal point in the Comeback Player of the Year (CPOY) award discussions. ESPN's Mike Greenberg suggested that the CPOY award should be named after Hamlin, reflecting the sentiment of many who saw Hamlin as a deserving recipient. Despite the widespread support and his courageous return to play, Hamlin did not win the award, sparking notable reactions across social media. Some expressed disappointment, while others, like a user from McDonaldsXBT, argued that the integrity of the award was upheld by not giving it to Hamlin. Joe Flacco was announced as the winner of the CPOY. However, Hamlin's supporters emphasize that his journey is bigger than the award, and his comeback story is just beginning.
Joe Flacco Beat Out Damar Hamlin For Comeback Player Of The Year https://t.co/KWIWqqoRQP https://t.co/gPW3Cy1Uqu
Doctors saved Damar Hamlin’s life and his courage returning to play just months later despite triggers is remarkable. Hamlin didn’t get the CPOY award last night but his journey is bigger than that & @HamlinIsland comeback story is just beginning. My thoughts via @gmfb this AM: https://t.co/0q1ryhN7ka
Damar Hamlin of the Bills went from appearing to be a shoe-in for Comeback Player of the Year to falling short of the nod. What were the notable reactions? https://t.co/y53Ttr5t78
good picks. Thankfully for the sake of the integrity of the Comeback player award, Damar hamlin didnt win https://t.co/sP4iXiBrYq
How does Damar Hamlin not win this award? Come on! https://t.co/YzQYeTlkav
Damar Hamlin reacting to the Comeback Player of the Year voting. https://t.co/GGQBLp3T50
.@Espngreeny believes the Comeback Player of the Year award should be named after Damar Hamlin 💙❤️ https://t.co/79o45TdPvr