UPDATE: Damar Hamlin Has Breathing Tube Removed and Is Talking

NFL player Damar Hamlin is improving everyday.

The Buffalo Bills safety had his breathing tube removed overnight and has been able to talk with his family, doctors and teammates. The Bills shared the good news Friday morning.

The Bills also shared that Hamlin Facetimed into their team meeting.

Hamlin was speaking by video chat on Friday to teammates and coaches, as they met in preparation for a game on Sunday against the New England Patriots. In a news conference with reporters, Bills Coach Sean McDermott said he surprised the team with a “treat,” and the players gave Hamlin a standing ovation when they saw him onscreen.

Hamlin later made a heart gesture with his hands, gave a thumbs up and flexed his arm muscles, McDermott said, curling both his biceps as he recounted the call.

Hamlin also spoke to the team, McDermott said, and had a simple message: “Love you boys.”

Hamlin’s doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center said Thursday that even though Hamlin had shown progress, he still has a long way to go in his recovery.

Hamlin, 24, collapsed after making what appeared to be a routine tackle of Bengals receiver Tee Higgins during a game broadcast on ESPN’s “Monday Night Football.”

The shopping moment was followed by almost 10 minutes of CPR and a lot of prayers in the stadium. Hamlin was then taken to the local hospital where he’s receiving phenomenal treatment.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen said he and his teammates were looking forward to reuniting with Hamlin so they can “love up on him.”