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![Damar Hamlin’s On-Field Collapse Is a Stark Reminder of the True Cost of Football [UPDATED]](https://assets-server.theroot.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/29131226/d677f57e5b79f65c40622c52cc005db8-300x200.jpg)
Damar Hamlin’s On-Field Collapse Is a Stark Reminder of the True Cost of Football [UPDATED]
Damar Hamlin’s family has released a statement thanking fans, first responders and the Cincinnati Bengals.
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![NFL Player Damar Hamlin In Critical Condition After Frightening Monday Night Football Incident [Updated]](https://assets-server.theroot.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/29131224/a02461dc339c4d431a7a6686a7c876e5-300x200.jpg)
NFL Player Damar Hamlin In Critical Condition After Frightening Monday Night Football Incident [Updated]
The league finally suspended the game after a lengthy pause.
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The Root Founder Henry Louis Gates, Jr. on Pelé’s Passing and Lasting Legacy
The beloved soccer icon lost his battle with cancer on Thursday.
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The Top 5 Rap Albums of 2022
The Root’s Noah McGee counts down his top favorite (and eclectic) rap albums of the year.
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If You’re Mad About Condoleeza Rice’s Role In Hiring The Denver Broncos Next Coach, Cry More
Rice won’t be the first non-expert with a spot on a big-time hiring committee. Your boss is also probably one.
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Deion Is Gone. Ed Reed is SWAC Now
The legendary former Ravens safety is the latest retired NFL player to take over an HBCU program.
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Tua Tagovailoa Needs To Be Done for the Season After Suffering 3rd Concussion
The Miami Dolphins quarterback is now in the NFL’s concussion protocol for the second time this season.
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A Patriots Fan Is Rewarded After Game Day Karen Video Goes Viral
Edmond was given an experience he’ll never forget in order to make up for an experience that well…he won’t ever forget.
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Former Coppin State Basketball Player Sues Assistant Coach for Sexual Assault and Blackmail
Get ready for what might be the wildest story in college basketball history.