Are Patriots closing in on an extension with a key young star?

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore celebrates after a sack during an NFL game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. (Photo by Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com The Patriots still have cash to burn, and it appears like they're trying to spend that money on an important young defensive star. According to ESPN's Mike Reiss, the Patriots are in “active extension discussions” with defensive tackle Christian Barmore . Reiss used the word “motivated” to describe the situation. Fanatics Sportsbook 10X$100 BONUS BET BET MATCH BONUS CLAIM OFFER Must be 21+. GAMBLING PROBLEM?