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Damar Hamlin emerges as potential trade target for NFC team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 11:12 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Damar Hamlin emerges as potential trade target for NFC team

Summary

Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills is being considered a trade candidate as the 2026 NFL season approaches. Following a successful comeback after a life-threatening incident, Hamlin's future with the Bills is uncertain, especially with a competitive roster. Speculation has linked him to the Minnesota Vikings, who need to fill a safety position due to Jamal Adams' injury. If the Bills decide to move him, the Vikings could be an option due to their current depth chart needs. Hamlin's previous performance in the 2024 season showed his potential as a starter.

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Status Watch

•Hamlin is considered a trade candidate as cuts loom for the Bills.
•The Vikings are identified as a potential destination for Hamlin.
•Hamlin's performance declined in 2025 but he excelled in 2024.
•Minnesota's safety position is under scrutiny following Adams' injury.
•Hamlin remains a fan favorite in Buffalo despite his uncertain role.

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11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Bills’ Damar Hamlin Named Trade Candidate for NFC Contender

What they're saying

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The Buffalo Bills have some difficult decisions to make leading up to the 2026 NFL season. With a lot of talent on the roster, the cutdown period will be a difficult one.Damar Hamlin is a name that has come up as a potential cut candidate. Whether or not the Bills are actually considering cutting him […] The post Bills’ Damar Hamlin Named Trade Candidate for NFC Contender appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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