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Patriots Elevate RB D’Ernest Johnson for Week 9 vs. Falcons After Stevenson Ruled Out

The veteran promotion reinforces a backfield led by rookie TreVeyon Henderson with Terrell Jennings in support.

D'Ernest Johnson could make his Patriots debut vs. the Falcons Sunday.
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Aug 27, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back D'Ernest Johnson (30) is tackled by Chicago Bears linebacker Matt Adams (44) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Baltimore Ravens running back D'Ernest Johnson (30) in action during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Commanders, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Overview

  • Rhamondre Stevenson was ruled out with a toe injury on the final report, and New England hosts Atlanta on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium.
  • D’Ernest Johnson joined the Patriots’ practice squad earlier in the week after an Arizona release and was elevated to the active roster on Saturday.
  • Johnson is currently behind TreVeyon Henderson and Terrell Jennings on the depth chart and is not expected to see many offensive snaps immediately.
  • The 29-year-old has appeared in 96 NFL games with 989 rushing yards and three touchdowns, plus receiving production and kick-return experience.
  • New England’s move addresses short-term depth after Antonio Gibson’s earlier season-ending injury, with additional practice-squad additions including Jonathan Ward and Rushawn Baker.