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Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez, DT Christian Barmore Out For Week 4

If the Patriots are to win tomorrow’s divisional clash with the Bills, they will do so with a shorthanded defense. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez and defensive tackle Christian Barmore will be sidelined for Week 4. Both players are dealing with shoulder…

By Adam La Rose · Pro Football Rumors

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 2:06 AM

Key Things to Know

Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore are ruled out for Week 4 with shoulder injuries.
Neither defensive starter participated in practice during the three days leading up to Sunday's game.
The Week 4 divisional matchup against the Buffalo Bills marks each player's first missed game this season.

The Story in 60 Seconds

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez and defensive tackle Christian Barmore have both been ruled out for Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills. Both key defensive starters are sidelined due to shoulder injuries and did not participate in practice for three consecutive days leading up to the game.

This marks the first missed game of the 2026 season for both players. Additionally, head coach Mike Vrabel announced that New England will rotate Walter Rouse and Ben Brown at right guard on Sunday following an injury to Greg Van Roten.

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