Kiersten Hening claimed she was dropped over her political beliefs, but the coach insisted it was about performance
People thought the moment was poorly timed and very insensitive.
The NFL side had something to prove when they stepped out onto the field against the New England Patriots.
Her sister confirmed the news with a series of social media snaps of the star and a devastating post detailing her family's grief.
The notorious journey took place in 2002
NFL star Damar Hamlin has taken to social media to issue a public statement for the first time since his cardiac arrest on Monday.
"That’s an odd celebration in the first place"
The Buffalo Bills safety has been receiving treatment in hospital after he had a heart attack during an NFL match on Monday
The 24-year-old was told 'you won...you won at the game of life'.
Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin's condition has fortunately improved after his cardiac arrest
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People are flocking to social media in support of Damar Hamlin after Buffalo Bills released an update on the NFL player's condition.
The wrestler doubled down following the typo, with the fundraising page surpassing $6,000,000 in donations
The Buffalo Bills safety had to be resuscitated twice after suffering a cardiac arrest on the field
The NFL player's GoFundMe has exploded from $3,000 before his cardiac arrest to nearly $6 million a day later.
The Buffalo Bills star is now 'trending upwards in a positive way' after suffering cardiac arrest.
Skip Bayless is now copping it from star athletes as the Buffalo Bills player fights for his life in hospital.
Buffalo Bills star Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field during a game against Cincinnati Bengals
Fans have donated to American football star Damar Hamlin's GoFundMe to raise money for a toy drive.
The UFC president was celebrating New Year when the altercation unfolded
The Buffalo Bills footballer was playing against the Cincinnati Bengals when he suffered cardiac arrest
The actor makes sure to balance work with play