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Patriots Roster Battered: Stevenson Latest Injury Blow
11 Nov
Summary
- Rhamondre Stevenson out for weeks with knee tendon injury.
- Patriots already missing key offensive and defensive players.
- Corey Kiner and Lan Larison are the remaining running backs.
New England is dealing with significant injury concerns, with running back Rhamondre Stevenson expected to miss the next few weeks. He sustained a plantaris tendon issue in his knee during Sunday's loss to the Packers. Stevenson will not require surgery but is out for an extended period.
This setback further strains an already depleted Patriots depth chart. The team was already without key players including two top wide receivers, their backup running back, and two starting guards. Backup guard Ben Brown and starting cornerback Carlton Davis also suffered knee injuries.
With Stevenson sidelined and backup TreVeyon Henderson's status uncertain due to neurological symptoms, Corey Kiner is now the primary running back. Kiner has averaged 4.9 yards per carry this season. Coach Mike Vrabel acknowledged Kiner's hard work but noted areas for improvement, such as pressure recognition and blocking.
The Patriots' next game is against the Detroit Lions in Munich, Germany. The team's remaining active running back alongside Kiner is Lan Larison.
