LeSean McCoy named ‘Legend of the Game’ for Bills vs. Patriots

Shady’s back:

In a bit of a tribute to Damar Hamlin, LeSean McCoy has been named the Buffalo Bills’ “Legend of the Game” for the team’s Week 18 matchup with the New England Patriots.

Hamlin will not be there as he continues to recover from the cardiac arrest he suffered on Monday against the Cincinnati Bengals. However, Hamlin and McCoy both have something in common: They are Panthers.

The University of Pittsburgh variety, to be exact. The Bills noted that while making the announcement:

Upon being selected for the honor, McCoy commented on his “Pitt brother,” as he called Hamlin.

“Before the game happens on Sunday, hearing great news that Damar’s responding well,” McCoy told the team’s website. “All these things create the narrative of a big game, and it gives the guys something to play for other than just the [playoff] seeding. They’re playing for their brother who fought for his life. It makes the story so much better.”

McCoy was traded to Buffalo via the Philadelphia Eagles in 2015 and played with the Bills through the 2018 season. McCoy became a fan favorite during his time with the team.

He went on to play two more years with the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers after leaving the Bills, respectively. He won Super Bowls with both.

Prior to kickoff, McCoy will be one of the first ones out of the tunnel at Highmark Stadium. He’ll pump Bills Mafia up just ahead of the opening kick and team introductions.

Get to your seats early to see McCoy’s acknowledgement.

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