"I went into cardiac arrest while playing in the NFL. It made me a better athlete, and I don't take life for granted anymore."
In this first-person essay, NFL player Damar Hamlin reflects on his cardiac arrest and recovery, arguing that prior adversities like losing friends to gun violence and his father's incarceration were tougher. He contends the experience made him a better athlete by raising his health awareness and emphasizes resilience and legacy.