Overview
- Henderson injured his right ankle on Aug. 24 and has not practiced since, leaving his status for Wednesday’s opener in Seattle uncertain.
- Beat reporters observed Henderson in street clothes and not participating in Patriots practices on Saturday and Sunday, despite coach Mike Vrabel saying he was being monitored day‑to‑day.
- New England’s 53‑man roster has thin depth behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson, with only recent addition Corey Kiner also on the active roster.
- The Patriots are expected to elevate a practice‑squad running back — likely Lan Larison or Hassan Haskins — because NFL rules allow two game‑day elevations and the team needs a third back.
- If Henderson is unavailable or limited, Stevenson would likely see a heavier workload and the offense could alter pass‑protection and play‑calling in the Super Bowl rematch at Lumen Field.