Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) for Week 2
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Key Points:
- Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is expected to practice Monday and may return for Week 2 against the Steelers after missing several weeks with an ankle injury.
- Henderson was inactive for Week 1, where Rhamondre Stevenson carried the bulk of the workload but struggled, averaging only 2.8 yards per carry on 18 attempts.
- Stevenson remains the primary back and is projected as an RB2 option in fantasy football, while Henderson is viewed as a big-play FLEX player who could provide a spark when healthy.
- Backup running backs Corey Kiner, Lan Larison, and Hassan Haskins saw limited action in Week 1, with Stevenson handling most touches due to Henderson's absence.
- The Patriots need Henderson to contribute chunk plays to improve their ground game efficiency, especially after a predictable and ineffective rushing attack in the season opener.
