Overview

• Rhamondre Stevenson fumbled during Friday’s in-stadium scrimmage when cornerback Brandon Crossley punched the ball loose, extending his turnover issues from last season
• Coach Mike Vrabel granted Stevenson a clean slate for 2025 and pinpointed both technique adjustments and teammates’ blocking responsibilities as crucial to preventing fumbles
• Stevenson called ball security a physical task and committed to making a conscious effort to keep the football in his hands every play
• Despite leading the Patriots in scrimmage yards for four straight seasons, Stevenson remains under scrutiny as camp reps and preseason games loom
• Ball-security drills have become a central theme of New England’s training camp as the team works to balance Stevenson’s productivity with fewer turnovers