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New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson is dealing with a knee tendon issue that is not expected to require surgery. The injury however, could sideline him for a short period of time. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported this.
This is not an ideal piece of news for a Patriots team that has dealt with injuries a ton this season. Stevenson has been a major focal point of the running back room. Now, the Patriots could be in the market for another running back on Tuesday during the trade deadline,
Schefter was able to expand a bit more on this report, as he posted on social media late Monday night.
Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson is dealing with a knee tendon issue that is not expected to require surgery but could sideline him for a short period of time, per source.
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GettyMIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 01: Rhamondre Stevenson #38 of the New England Patriots runs against Jordyn Brooks #20 of the Miami Dolphins in the second quarter of a game at Hard Rock Stadium on November 01, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
Injury Has Major Implications For Patriots
The injury has major implications for the Patriots’ running back room. On Friday, it was announced that running back TreVeyon Henderson would miss an unspecified amount of time due to a health issue. That significantly lessened the depth in the Patriots’ running back room. Now, Henderson going to be out for at least a couple weeks, which means others will have to step up.
Stevenson has been a focal point of the rushing attack this season. He has 102 carries for 399 yards and two touchdowns this season. The playmaker also proved to be effective in the passing game as well. He has 26 catches for 258 yards and two touchdowns.
He was able to make an impact in the Patriots’ last game against the Green Bay Packers. The team itself may have had a dismal evening. However, Stevenson was somewhat of a bright spot. The running back had six carries for 32 yards on the afternoon. He also had three catches for 46 yards and a touchdown. If there was one negative about his performance on Sunday, it was his ability to hold onto the football. He had a lost fumble, on a day when the Patriots committed four turnovers overall.
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GettyFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – NOVEMBER 08: Corey Kiner #9 of the New England Patriots warms up prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Gillette Stadium on November 08, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images)
Corey Kiner Could Be In Line For Major Role
Corey Kiner could play a major role for the Patriots moving forward. He has 50 carries for 244 yards and a touchdown. He scored his first touchdown of the season on Sunday. The running back is averaging 4.8 yards per carry, with a 32-yard rush being his longest of the season. He has also caught two passes for 16 yards.
He could now play a feature role for the Patriots’ backfield. Kiner has not been asked to play a feature role this season as of yet. His season-high in carries is 11. He recorded that against the New York Jets on October 18. He had 57 yards for the game and averaged 5.7 yards per carry. Nevertheless, his veteran experience may be important for a team that needs additional depth at the position.
This is a brutal blow for a Patriots team that is already being hit with the injury bug. It will be interesting to see how Stevenson heals up, and if he can get healthy enough to make an impact during a key stretch run. Stevenson has been a major piece of the Patriots running him over the years, and that is not expected to change.