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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.

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 2:06 AM
Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez, DT Christian Barmore Out For Week 4
Key Things to Know
  • Patriots defensive starters Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore have been ruled out for Week 4 with shoulder injuries.
  • Neither Gonzalez nor Barmore participated in practice over the three days leading up to the game against the Bills.
  • The missed divisional game marks the first absence of the 2026 regular season for both defensive players.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New England Patriots will be without cornerback Christian Gonzalez and defensive tackle Christian Barmore for their Week 4 divisional matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Both key defensive starters have been ruled out due to shoulder injuries after missing practice for three consecutive days.

Head coach Mike Vrabel also confirmed changes to the offensive line due to injuries, stating that Walter Rouse and Ben Brown will share snaps at right guard. Gonzalez and Barmore are each missing their first game of the 2026 NFL regular season.

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