Colby ShannonOct 30, 2026
Shannon argues the Patriots, deep at defensive tackle and squeezed by Barmore's contract, could move Christian Barmore before the November 10 trade deadline to help upgrade another position such as guard or receiver.
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However, there is a player the Patriots could move that would make sense for the construction of New England's roster.
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Trade and Signing CallsChristian Barmore
Christian Barmore to move — “could be moved/traded before the November 10 trade deadline”
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