Christian Barmore: Everything you need to know

Barmore played in all 17 of New England's regular-season games in 2025, making 16 starts and finishing with 29 tackles, including 2.0 sacks. Barmore played in only four games in 2024 due to a medical issue involving blood clots. Fortunately, that problem appears to have been resolved given his ability to play in all 21 of the Patriots' contests (including the playoffs) this past year. Barmore signed a four-year contract extension in April of 2024, so he should be back as a key piece of New England's defensive line next season.

Barmore (knee) is active for Sunday Night Football against the Ravens. The defensive end entered the day with a questionable tag after missing practice Friday, though he did participate in Wednesday and Thursday's sessions. Barmore's absence Friday appears to have been a precaution, as he's healthy enough to go. The fifth-year pro has 26 tackles (12 solo), including 1.0 sacks, on the year.

Barmore (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Ravens. Barmore did not participate in Friday's practice after logging sessions Wednesday and Thursday. The downgrade in practice participation was due to a new knee injury the defensive end suffered, which does not bode well for his chances of suiting up Sunday night. If the 26-year-old is unable to go, rookie Joshua Farmer will likely see more defensive snaps.