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Is Christian Barmore playing today? Injury updates for Patriots DT

Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore returned after being diagnosed with blood clots. Here are the latest updates.

New England Patriots defensive end Christian Barmore has missed the entire season due to blood clots discovered over the summer.

He had been on the non-football injury list ever since, but he took a major leap in his recovery this week. The burgeoning star defensive tackle was activated on Saturday and given the green light to play in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Barmore’s ability to stop the run and rush the passer should help a Patriots defensive line in desperate need of depth.

Here is a breakdown of where things stand regarding Barmore’s availability for Sunday, as he looks to get back into the swing of things:

Christian Barmore injury update

Barmore is expected to play in Sunday’s game against the Rams, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. He returned to the practice field on Thursday. The defensive tackle missed Friday’s practice because he was weaning off blood thinners.

Patriots DT POSITION depth chart

  • Christian Barmore
  • Daniel Ekuale
  • Jeremiah Pharms Jr.

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Reason for Patriots DT Christian Barmore missing Friday’s practice revealed

Christian Barmore’s reason for missing Friday’s practice revealed

There was initial concern when New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore was absent from practice on Friday.

However, the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed quelled those concerns with his reported reasoning for Barmore’s absence.

The defensive tackle returned to practice for the first time this season on Thursday after being diagnosed with blood clots over the summer. Coach Jerod Mayo indicated that there was a chance the Alabama product could play on Sunday when the team takes on the Los Angeles Rams.

Barmore has not played in a game since the season finale against the New York Jets last season. Per Kyed, Barmore sat out the practice as part of a “ramp-up period as he weans off blood thinners.”

Barmore was officially activated from the non-football illness list on Saturday, which frees him up to play in the Week 11 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

The Patriots’ defense will undoubtedly be energized by his return, as they look to build off their solid performance last week against the Chicago Bears.

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Patriots DT Christian Barmore’s status changes ahead of game vs. Rams

Christian Barmore is officially active for Sunday’s game

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore was activated from the non-football illness list on Saturday. That means he will likely play in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

It has been a steady progression for the defensive tackle, who returned to the practice field on Thursday for the first time since being placed on the non-football illness list. He was out on Friday, as part of the process from weaning off blood thinners.

Now, he is ready to go as the organization looks for their second win in a row.

This is certainly a positive development for a Patriots team that has been thin along the defensive line. Along with being a top-tier run-stuffer, Barmore’s pass-rushing abilities should also help a Patriots squad that ranks 13th in the NFL with 25 sacks on the season.

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Patriots DT Davon Godchaux reacts to Christian Barmore’s return

Davon Godchaux reacts to Christian Barmore’s return

New England Patriots defensive tackle Davon Godchaux has been excited to see Christian Barmore return to the field.

The veteran defensive tackle practiced for the first time this season on Thursday, and he’s currently listed as questionable to play in Sunday’s game. Godchaux believes Barmore’s return won’t just uplift the entire defense, but he thinks the return will help improve his game in particular.

Godchaux has recorded 35 tackles on the season and has been an integral part of a banged-up defensive line. When both are healthy, he has been able to form a dynamic duo with Barmore up front.

“Very excited to have another playmaker on the field. Barmore is one-of-a-kind, very good pass-rusher. So glad to have him back in that element,” said Godchaux.

Barmore’s return to the field should elevate the defensive line play. We’ll see how quickly he makes an impact on the unit, and how long it takes him to get back into the swing of things.

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Patriots injury report: Game status for Barmore and Dugger revealed

Game statuses for Christian Barmore and Kyle Dugger revealed

The New England Patriots released their final injury report ahead of Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

No players have been ruled out for the Week 11 matchup, but there are 10 players listed as questionable to play on the list, including returning defensive tackle Christian Barmore, safety Kyle Dugger and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr.

Barmore returned for his first regular-season practice this year with the Patriots on Thursday. It was his first outing since being diagnosed with blood clots in the summer.

According to coach Jerod Mayo, there’s a legitimate chance that Barmore will suit up and play on Sunday. Those odds are probably less likely for Wise considering he was held out of practice this week with the foot injury he suffered at the end of last week’s game against the Chicago Bears.

Here are the official game statuses for the Patriots:

Dugger might have a chance to play in the game considering he has been a limited participant at practice this week. Dugger and Barmore both potentially returning would be a huge lift for the Patriots defense in this matchup.

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Jerod Mayo shares likelihood of Christian Barmore playing vs. Rams

There’s a chance Christian Barmore could see the field on Sunday

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo indicated there’s a chance that defensive tackle Christian Barmore could play in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Barmore returned to practice on Thursday for his first practice since being placed on the non-football injury list over the summer due to blood clots.

When healthy, the University of Alabama standout has been a key piece of the Patriots’ defense on the football field. He has recorded 133 total tackles and 12.5 sacks in three seasons. He had 64 tackles and 8.5 sacks in 17 games last year.

“There’s a chance,” Mayo said. “We have a meeting with the doctors after practice today. There is a chance. No, no, seriously. There is a chance.”

Barmore’s return would be a huge help for a Patriots defensive line that has missed him this season. Getting a player of his caliber back in the mix would be a big win for the team.

It would add even more firepower to the same defense that recorded nine sacks and 13 hits last week against Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams.

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WATCH: Christian Barmore returns to practice field for first time this season

Christian Barmore returns to the practice field for the Patriots

New England Patriots burgeoning star defensive tackle Christian Barmore returned to practice for the first time this season on Thursday.

It was the first time Barmore has practiced since being diagnosed with blood clots and sidelined indefinitely in the summer.

There was always hope that he’d return to action, but given the seriousness of the situation, the team waited until he was completely cleared and ready to step back onto the field.

New England missed his presence on the defensive front, along with linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley, who is out for the season with a torn pectoral muscle. Both Barmore and Bentley being out has made the Patriots vulnerable against the run.

There’s hope that Barmore returning to play side-by-side with Davon Godchaux will be a huge lift to the Patriots’ defense.

Patriots.com’s Evan Lazar noted Barmore has been seen at the Patriots’ facility almost daily staying in shape. So he’s clearly been preparing for this moment well before it arrived.

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Patriots DT Christian Barmore’s expected return date finally set

Christian Barmore is reportedly “likely to practice” on Thursday

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore is “likely to practice” on Thursday, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Barmore has not played this season after being diagnosed with blood clots. He has been on the non-football illness list and out indefinitely since the condition was revealed over the summer.

Patriots coach Jerod Mayo said Barmore could return either this week or next week when speaking with media members on Wednesday.

His return would be a big development for the Patriots. Firstly, it’s a feel-good story to see Barmore back doing what he loves. But it’s also a major lift to the Patriots defense considering he’s one of the team’s best players.

The Alabama product has recorded 133 tackles and 12.5 sacks in three seasons of play. He recorded 64 tackles and 8.5 sacks last season. Those numbers were both career-highs.

The Patriots view Barmore as one of the cornerstones of the organization considering they signed him to a four-year, $84 million extension in the offseason. That deal was the largest non-Tom Brady contract in franchise history.

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Jerod Mayo reveals timetable for Patriots DT Christian Barmore return

Jerod Mayo shared a potential window for Christian Barmore’s anticipated return

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo gave injury updates on some key players ahead of Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

According to Mayo, defensive tackle Christian Barmore is ahead of guard Cole Strange as far as a return timetable. There’s a chance that Barmore could start practicing this week or next week for the Patriots.

Barmore was originally placed on the non-football illness list this summer after being diagnosed with blood clots. Strange has been sidelined since last season with a torn patellar tendon.

The return of Barmore would be huge for a defensive line that has struggled with depth at multiple points this season. He has been an anchor for the line when he’s been healthy. He was also rewarded for his play with a four-year, $92 million deal in the offseason.

Barmore rejoining Keion White and Davon Godchaux along the defensive front could be a game-changer for the Patriots’ defense. All eyes will be on the Patriots’ injury report in the coming days.

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Jerod Mayo provides major update on Patriots star DT Christian Barmore

Major reinforcements could be on the way for the Patriots’ defense

Some major reinforcements could be on the way for the New England Patriots.

When speaking with media members on Monday, Patriots coach Jerod Mayo was asked about the potential return of Christian Barmore. The star defensive tackle was sidelined before the season even started after being diagnosed with blood clots.

He has been out indefinitely with no clear timeline for his eventual return. There was always hope that he could potentially return at some point this season once he was 100 percent healthy. According to Mayo, the time for Barmore to make his long-awaited return is drawing closer.

“We’re getting close,” Mayo said.

The Patriots could certainly use the help along the defensive front after the unit gave up 167 rushing yards in their 20-17 loss to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.

Their run defense has completely imploded without Barmore and linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley. Barmore’s potential return would be a huge lift to one of the team’s biggest weaknesses.

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