Christian Barmore eases rising questions after Patriots' benching in Week 8
Mike Vrabel enforces equal standards, reducing team drama; Christian Barmore accepted a Week 8 benching professionally, moved on, and remained focused.
Christian Barmore faces a misdemeanor charge of assault and battery on a household/family member for an alleged Aug. 8 incident; arraignment set Feb. 3.
New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore facing domestic assault charge
Christian Barmore faces a misdemeanor charge of domestic assault and battery stemming from an August incident at his Mansfield home, with arraignment scheduled for February.
Mike Vrabel just admitted to benching longtime Patriots starter in Week 8 win
Christian Barmore was benched in the first quarter for disciplinary reasons, later declined media, and his absence raised concerns about Patriots locker-room stability.