Pats RB Stevenson to miss third straight game

"FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots starting running back Rhamondre Stevenson will miss his third straight game due to a toe injury, as the team ruled him out for Thursday night's home game against the New York Jets (8:15 p.m., Prime Video). New England also announced that starting wide receiver Kayshon Boutte (team-high 5 touchdown catches) will miss his second straight game due to a hamstring injury,"

"In New England, rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson has taken on an expanded role in Stevenson's absence, which included 55- and 69-yard touchdown runs in Sunday's 28-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The only other running back on the roster is former practice squad player Terrell Jennings, and he is questionable for Thursday's game after injuring his knee against the Buccaneers."

Rhamondre Stevenson will miss his third straight game with a toe injury and is ruled out for Thursday's home game versus the Jets. Kayshon Boutte is out with a hamstring injury, Christian Elliss (hip) is sidelined again, and Austin Hooper (concussion) will miss his first game. The Jets will be without Garrett Wilson after a right knee sprain expected to keep him out several weeks. Rookie TreVeyon Henderson has taken on an expanded role, scoring long touchdown runs. Terrell Jennings is questionable with a knee injury. The Patriots plan to elevate D'Ernest Johnson and added Jonathan Ward to the practice squad. New England is 8-2 with a seven-game winning streak.

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