Overview
- The Patriots sat defensive tackle Christian Barmore for the entire first quarter of Sunday’s 32-13 victory over the Browns.
- Head coach Mike Vrabel described the move as a disciplinary choice to protect the team after actions he said were not in line with expectations.
- Speaking Wednesday, Barmore declined to share specifics, said he has moved on, and affirmed his relationship with Vrabel.
- Barmore returned to play his usual workload with one tackle and four quarterback pressures, and indications are he will be available against the Falcons.
- Local coverage labeled the infraction fairly harmless, and the team has managed Barmore’s practice load this season due to prior blood-clot issues.