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Patriots Expect Rhamondre Stevenson to Play in Week 12 as Backfield Roles Face New Questions

Team signals his availability following a first full practice since Week 8.

Overview

  • ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday night that the running back, listed as questionable with a toe injury, is expected to play against the Bengals.
  • New England elevated defensive tackle Jeremiah Pharms Jr. from the practice squad instead of a running back, a procedural sign Stevenson is likely to be active.
  • Stevenson recorded his first full practice since the Week 8 injury on Friday after missing the past three games.
  • Head coach Mike Vrabel said earlier in the week he expected Stevenson to return on Sunday.
  • Rookie TreVeyon Henderson produced strongly in Stevenson's absence, leaving the workload split for Week 12 uncertain.