The New England Patriots have lost a number of players on defense this season, including some key contributors, but it looks like one is nearing a return.
On Wednesday, Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo told local reporters that defensive lineman Christian Barmore has a chance to begin practicing this week or next week.
Bamore, 25, has been on injured reserve all season after he was diagnosed with blood clots early on in training camp this year.
Last year, the 2021 second-round pick proved himself to be a true difference-maker on defense, recording 64 tackles, 16 quarterback hits, 8.