Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest during Monday night's NFL game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
The 24-year-old fells to the ground clutching his chest after colliding with Tee Higgins in the first quarter.
Hamlin suffered the cardiac arrest after colliding with the Bengals player
He received medical attention for more than 30 minutes before being taken to a local hospital.
Players from both teams gathered around him while he received CPR and oxygen.
Many were kneeling in prayer, while others were visibly in tears and distressed.
The Bills confirmed that Hamlin remains in a critical condition in hospital.
"Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest following a hit in our game versus the Bengals," the Bills posted on their official Twitter account.
"His heartbeat was restored on the field and he was transferred to the UC Medical Center for further testing and treatment. He is currently sedated and listed in critical condition."
Players from both teams prayed for Hamlin
The match was suspended following the long delay while Hamlin received treatment
Jordon Rooney, Hamlin's representative, wrote on Twitter: "His vitals are back to normal and they have put him to sleep to put a breathing tube down his throat. They are currently running tests. We will provide updates as we have them."
The match between the Bills and Bengals was subsequently suspended.
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