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- TreVeyon Henderson missed the Patriots' 13-10 season-opening loss to Seattle after injuring his right ankle in practice Aug. 24, and returned as a full participant in Wednesday's practice this week.
- Henderson declared Thursday he is "ready to go," saying "Thank God I'm healed up now" and expressing eagerness to rejoin teammates for the home opener against the Steelers.
- Rhamondre Stevenson started in Henderson's absence and played 60 of 71 offensive snaps in Week 1, making the rookie his complement rather than replacement upon return.
- Henderson's 2025 rookie totals: 180 carries for 911 yards and nine rushing touchdowns across all 17 games, plus 35 receptions for 221 yards and one receiving touchdown.
- Henderson said the time sidelined "continued to draw me closer to the Lord," calling it a period of growth and admitting frustration at missing a "good matchup" against Seattle.
Why it matters: Henderson's return restores a dual-threat element to New England's backfield after Stevenson carried 60 of 71 snaps in Week 1. A rookie who scored nine rushing touchdowns and added 35 catches last season gives the Patriots more play-action options for an offense that scored just 10 points in the opener.
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