August 15, 2008 Barry Stokes has been placed on the IR, hence ending his 2008 campaign, according to the Boston Globe. He was battling a back ailment.
Our View:The 34-year-old vet was viewed as a longshot to make the final roster as a backup offensive lineman.
August 2, 2008 The Patriots have signed veteran offensive lineman Barry Stokes, according to the AP. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Our View:The 34-year-old provides the versatility to play either guard or tackle, and has made 44 career starts. He replaces Anthony Clement, who the club placed on the IR due to a knee injury.
April 9, 2005 The Falcons signed offensive lineman Barry Stokes to a contract on Friday, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Stokes, who missed last season with a back injury, is expected to compete for time at left tackle with Kevin Shaffer and Steve Herndon.
February 11, 2005 The New York Post reports that rumors that
offensive lineman Barry Stokes is finished playing football because of his back injury are unfounded, and he expects to return to the Giants next season. He didn't play a single game in 2004 because of a disk problem in his lower back.
September 5, 2004 The Giants placed starting left guard Barry Stokes on the IR on Sunday. He has a back injury. He signed a five-year deal with the Giants in March.
