The New England Patriots faced some unexpected news as rookie Christian Barmore was diagnosed with blood clots and treated at Mass General Brigham over the weekend. Despite the setback, coach Jerod Mayo emphasized that Barmore’s health is the top priority, not his return to the field. Barmore, who is now out of the hospital and in good spirits, does not have a set timetable for his return.
The team is rallying around Barmore, with defensive lineman Armon Watts expressing shock over the diagnosis and emphasizing the “next man up” mentality. Mayo also referenced David Andrews’ experience with blood clots in 2019 and expressed confidence in the medical staff to support Barmore during his recovery. Barmore is coming off a strong season and had signed a lucrative contract extension, making his absence challenging for the team.
Despite the setback, Mayo believes in the depth of the roster and the hunger of the players to step up in Barmore’s absence. The team is confident that they can still perform well defensively, even without Barmore on the field. The focus remains on Barmore’s recovery and well-being, highlighting the importance of the man behind the football player. The Patriots are prepared to support Barmore through this difficult time and are optimistic about his eventual return to the team.
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