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Patriots’ Barmore Fully Healthy for AFC Championship Showdown

1/25/2026

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Mike Vrabel, head coach of the New England Patriots, said Christian Barmore is healthy ahead of the AFC Championship Game with no current limitations after past blood clot issues.
Barmore has started all 19 games this season and helped the Patriots' defense perform strongly.
In a previous Denver game, he recorded three sacks against Russell Wilson.
Vrabel's assessment emphasizes Barmore's readiness and could bolster confidence entering the AFC Championship.

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Mike Vrabel, head coach of the New England Patriots, said Christian Barmore is healthy ahead of the AFC Championship Game with no current limitations after past blood clot issues.
Barmore has started all 19 games this season and helped the Patriots' defense perform strongly.
In a previous Denver game, he recorded three sacks against Russell Wilson.
Vrabel's assessment emphasizes Barmore's readiness and could bolster confidence entering the AFC Championship.