Overview
- The NFL transactions report shows the Patriots signed veteran Elijah Mitchell to the practice squad on Tuesday.
- With Henderson in the concussion protocol, the active roster currently lists only Rhamondre Stevenson and D'Ernest Johnson at running back.
- Mitchell was waived by the Chiefs after appearing in one game this season, logging seven offensive snaps with no carries or receptions.
- He entered the league as a 2021 sixth-round pick by the 49ers and totaled 1,523 rushing yards and nine touchdowns across three healthy seasons before missing 2024 with a hamstring injury.
- Coverage indicates he is depth for now, with no 53-man elevation announced and no significant role expected unless additional injuries occur.