Overview
- The Patriots announced Saturday that Henderson cleared the NFL concussion protocol and will play Sunday against the New York Jets.
- He progressed through the return-to-play steps with limited work Wednesday and Thursday before a full practice Friday, then received final clearance from an independent doctor.
- New England did not elevate a practice-squad running back, while placing Mack Hollins on injured reserve, signing Jeremiah Pharms to the 53-man roster, and elevating Kobee Minor and Leonard Taylor III.
- Henderson, a 2025 second-round pick, has 776 rushing yards and seven rushing touchdowns, with eight total touchdowns and 997 yards from scrimmage this season.
- His availability comes as the Patriots eye an AFC East clinch with a win plus a Bills loss, with Kayshon Boutte and Jared Wilson ruled out and fullback Jack Westover listed as questionable.