After experiencing “some recurring symptoms that required further evaluation” related to his prior blood clots diagnosis, Christian Barmore has returned to the non-football illness list. The New England Patriots announced the move in a statement on Thursday.
It goes without saying that the apparent setback suffered by Barmore is a concern that extends far deeper than the football aspect associated with the transaction. Without proper qualification to analyze either the physical or psychological challenges the 25-year-old is facing, however, the only way to dissect it is by focusing on our area of expertise.
Let’s find out how the move impacts the Patriots from a football-only perspective.