FOXBORO, Mass. (WPRI) — New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been put back on the team's reserve non-football illness list. The team released a statement Thursday saying Barmore experienced "some recurring symptoms" that required "further evaluation." "We appreciate everything Christian did to return to the team this season, but our top priority is Christian's health and wellbeing," the statement said. "We know that he will continue to receive tremendous care and we want to ensure that he gets the time he needs to come back stronger than ever." Barmore, 25, was diagnosed with blood clots earlier this year. He returned in November and played in four games. READ MORE: Patriots star returns after scary blood clot diagnosis Barmore has been with the Patriots since he was drafted in the second round in 2021. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 12 Sports this Week SIGN UP NOW