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Harrison Phillips buys dinner for those caring for former Bills teammate Damar Hamlin, collects donations

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Jan 4, 2023
Jan 4, 2023 Updated Mar 12, 2026
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Former Bills defensive tackle Harrison Phillips hosted and event for his Playmakers foundation — Former Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Harrison Phillips greets attendees at an event for his Playmakers foundation at the sports park at the Eastern Hills Mall on Tuesday, March 22, 2022.
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