I could have lost my life,” said the 25-year-old, whose NFL career was placed on hold after getting diagnosed shortly after training camp started in late July.

After being diagnosed with blood clots over the summer, Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore returned to the field on Sunday.

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore (90) heads to the line of scrimmage against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP