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Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been charged with a domestic assault and battery from a complaint filed two weeks ago.

According to court documents from Attleboro District Court, the charge stems from an alleged incident that occurred on August 8 at his residence in Mansfield, Massachusetts. A criminal complaint issued on December 16 claims that Barmore engaged in a physical altercation with a woman with whom he shares a child. The woman told police that after an argument regarding a thermostat setting, Barmore allegedly took her phone to prevent a call, grabbed her by the shirt, and threw her to the floor as she attempted to leave the home.

The allegations became public today, just one day after similar legal news surfaced regarding teammate Stefon Diggs. In response to the reports, the Patriots released a statement clarifying that the organization had been aware of the August incident since it occurred and had informed the NFL in a timely manner. The team emphasized that they are monitoring the ongoing legal process closely and cooperating with the league but refrained from further comment.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addressed the situation during a press conference earlier today, stating that while the team takes the allegations seriously, they are currently treating them as such and allowing the legal process to unfold.

Barmore’s legal representation, led by attorney David Meier, has stated that the evidence will demonstrate no criminal conduct took place and characterized the situation as a personal matter.

Despite the charges, the NFL confirmed today that Barmore remains eligible to play while the matter is under review according to the league’s Personal Conduct Policy. Although Barmore missed practice on the day the news broke due to an unrelated illness, Coach Vrabel indicated there has been no information to suggest he will be unavailable for any upcoming games. Barmore is currently scheduled for arraignment on February 3, 2026.