Henderson Out, Stevenson Carries Load | NFL News

0:00It's September 6th. You're listening to NFL News today, AI-powered NFL coverage. Yo, let's talk about the Patriots' backfill situation. Running back Trevion Henderson is still sideline with an ankle injury he picked up back on August 24th. He mispracticed again on Sunday, and with the season opener just days away, his availability for week one is looking shaky. This isn't ideal, especially since head coach Mike Vrable had hinted at a possible return to practice. But it didn't happen. Henderson, along with Christian Barmore and Ben Brown, were all absent from Sunday's session. The team's official injury report is expected later today, which should give us a clearer picture. If Henderson can't go, expect Ramondra Stevenson to carry a heavy load. He's been tabbed as the clear lead back. The Pats only have Corey Keiner as another active running back on the roster right now. Though likely bring up another guy from the practice squad to help out. It's a toss up between Hassan Haskins, who brings NFL experience and Land Larrison, who's

1:02more familiar with the offensive coordinator system, especially when it comes to past protection. Either way, Stevenson is going to get a lot of touches if Henderson is out. Keiner and whoever they elevate from the practice squad will likely split the remaining carries and spell Stevenson.