Damar Hamlin's roster chances improve after Bills cut competing safety
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:38 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's chances of making the 53-man roster have increased as the team cut safety Wande Owens prior to the deadline. Hamlin, who has performed strongly during the preseason with interceptions in his last two games, has also adapted well to the new defense under coordinator Jim Leonhard. His experience and performances seem to position him advantageously over other competitors for a roster spot. The Bills now are finalizing their roster ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Bills cut safety Wande Owens before final roster deadline.
- •Damar Hamlin recorded interceptions in the last two preseason games.
- •Hamlin is confident in the new defensive scheme under Jim Leonhard.
- •Roster decisions are being finalized as the season approaches.
- 5:16 AMYahoo Sports — Bills Announce Final Decision on Damar Hamlin at Roster Deadline
- 11:38 PMYahoo Sports — Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Gets Good News Before Final Roster Deadline
"Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin may have an easier time making the 53-man roster after the team cut a competing safety. The post Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Gets Good News Before Final Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Buffalo Bills announced that safety Damar Hamlin would return to the 53-man roster amid speculation he could be cut. The post Bills Announce Final Decision on Damar Hamlin at Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 5:16 AMBills Announce Final Decision on Damar Hamlin at Roster Deadline
The Buffalo Bills announced that safety Damar Hamlin would return to the 53-man roster amid speculation he could be cut. The post Bills Announce Final Decision on Damar Hamlin at Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 11:38 PMBills Safety Damar Hamlin Gets Good News Before Final Roster Deadline
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin may have an easier time making the 53-man roster after the team cut a competing safety. The post Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Gets Good News Before Final Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
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