Safety Damar Hamlin returns to Buffalo for 6th season after signing a 1-year contract with the Bills

Buffalo, NY — The Bills are bringing back a familiar face in the defensive backfield, as safety Damar Hamlin has signed a one-year deal to remain with the club for his sixth NFL season. The agreement keeps the 26-year-old in Western New York, where he has spent his entire professional career since entering the league as a sixth-round draft choice.

Hamlin’s return provides continuity to a secondary that values his range, instincts and special-teams contributions. He has appeared in 49 regular-season games for Buffalo, logging 157 tackles, four passes defensed, one forced fumble and 1.5 sacks while serving in both starting and reserve roles.

The Pittsburgh product has also become a community favorite, hosting youth football camps and charitable initiatives across the region. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

With training camp on the horizon, Hamlin will compete for snaps at free safety and on coverage units as the Bills look to build upon last season’s playoff run. His re-signing adds veteran depth to a roster aiming for another postseason push in the competitive AFC East.