Christian Barmore’s absence from practice was part of a ramp-up period as he weans off blood thinners, per sources. The Patriots must limit his exertion in back-to-back days. Jerod Mayo left the door open for Barmore to play Sunday against the Rams, however. https://t.co/QtSSixL1qd

The Patriots released their injury report Friday afternoon, and notably did not yet rule out Christian Barmore from Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams. Barmore returned to practice for the first time this season on Thursday in a limited capacity,

Barmore practiced with the team for the first time since developing blood clots in July and head coach Jerod Mayo said at his Friday press conference that Barmore is feeling well after his return to action. Mayo also touched on when Barmore might be back in the lineup for game action.