Rhamondre Stevenson, the New England Patriots’ leading rusher, will miss the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons due to a toe injury. This announcement was made by head coach Mike Vrabel during a Friday press conference.
Stevenson’s Injury Impact
Stevenson has not participated in practice all week. His absence will significantly impact the Patriots’ offense. This season, he has recorded 83 carries for 279 yards and scored three touchdowns. The team will need to rely on other players to fill this gap.
Alternative Rushing Options
With Stevenson sidelined, quarterback Drake Maye currently ranks second on the team in rushing yards. Secondround pick TreVeyon Henderson is also expected to step up. He has accumulated 228 yards on 53 carries this season.
- Rhamondre Stevenson: 83 carries, 279 yards, 3 touchdowns
- Drake Maye: second in rushing yards for the team
- TreVeyon Henderson: 53 carries, 228 yards
Henderson now has the opportunity to increase his yardage and potentially alter his playing time for the remainder of the season. As the Patriots prepare for Sunday’s game, the focus will be on how well the team can adapt without their leading rusher.