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2026 NFL backfield

New England Patriots running backs

The current roster, the published replacement plan and the production behind each player’s role.

The published backfield plan

Published starter

Rhamondre Stevenson

Preferred handcuff

TreVeyon Henderson

Three-down RB2, active and off the injury report

View Rhamondre Stevenson’s handcuff breakdown

Week 7 analysis published .

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The game covered by this analysis has started or finished. This is a record of that window, not a recommendation for the next game.

How the work could change

Fact: the official Patriots inactive list for tonight at Chicago, posted Oct 22 at 6:47 PM ET and reopened just before kickoff with no change, names no running backs, so Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson and Corey Kiner are all confirmed active. Fact: New England's final Week 7 report (Wed, Oct 21) listed Henderson (ankle) as a full participant with no game status, and Stevenson did not appear on it. Fact: in Week 6 Stevenson played 41 offensive snaps to Henderson's 16 and Kiner's 12, Henderson's first game back from the high-ankle sprain. Projection: Henderson is the RB2 and only other three-down back, the clear lead if Stevenson could not go, though the snap ramp caps near-term volume. Henderson is widely rostered and gone in many leagues; Kiner is free almost everywhere and is the fallback, but as an early-down and special-teams complement his path to lead work is far thinner.

No Patriots running back is inactive tonight at Chicago. TreVeyon Henderson cleared the final Week 7 injury report as a full participant after the high-ankle sprain that cost him Week 5, and Rhamondre Stevenson was not listed at all. Week 6 snaps still favored Stevenson 41 to Henderson's 16, with Corey Kiner at 12, so Henderson is on a visible ramp rather than a full workload. If Stevenson were unavailable, Henderson would take the passing-down and lead work, with Kiner the early-down complement.

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The full backfield depth chart

Every running back and fullback assigned to New England Patriots, including reserve and practice-squad entries. Chart order and replacement opportunity answer different questions: a passing-down specialist can sit ahead of the back most likely to inherit the carries.

Source: nflverse depth-chart feed · Feed dated Tue, Oct 27, 2:01 AM EDT. Equal ranks are ties. Unlisted backs are not assigned an invented rank. FB ranks are separate from RB ranks.

New England Patriots full running back depth chart
Feed orderPlayerScouting roleDraft investmentRoster status
RB1
Rhamondre StevensonPublished starter		Three-down back2021 · Round 4 · Pick 120active
RB2
TreVeyon HendersonPublished handcuff		Role under review2025 · Round 2 · Pick 38active
RB3
Corey Kiner		Early-down runner2025 · Undraftedactive
RB4
Myles Montgomery		Role under review2026 · Undraftedinjured reserve
FB1
Reggie Gilliam		Fullback2020 · Undraftedinjured reserve
Unlisted
Hassan Haskins		Role under review2022 · Round 4 · Pick 131not on roster
Unlisted
Lan Larison		Role under review2025 · Undraftednot on roster

Every back: role, upside and obstacles

The player assessments below explain the skills that could earn work and the assignments that might go to someone else. Role labels describe scouting assessments; they are not confirmed snap shares. “Three-down” means a skill set for rushing and passing situations, not a guarantee of every down.

RB1 · Three-down back

Rhamondre Stevenson

Age 28 · 6 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Capable in saved assessmentPass protection: Positive assessment
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Played through the knee designation in Week 5 and, once TreVeyon Henderson exited with an ankle injury, took over as New England's workhorse back. The injury question that hung over him for a week has resolved into the better half of a changed room: with Henderson's status unresolved, Stevenson is the clear lead back for now, with Corey Kiner the distant No. 2. Start him.

Scouting assessment saved Mon, Oct 12, 3:54 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

He is the starter in the dated board above. For fantasy purposes, the question is how much of the rushing and passing work he keeps when the whole room is available.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A starter can still lose third downs, short-yardage work or change-of-pace touches to specialists. His role assessment describes the skill set, not a guarantee that every assignment stays with him.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

2021 · Round 4 · Pick 120

Drafted by NE; not necessarily his current team.

A later-round selection describes his entry point. It does not rule out a lead role; demonstrated production and a trusted assignment matter more than draft position alone.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 7 recorded games include 77 carries and 20 receptions on 24 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

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RB2 · Role under review

TreVeyon Henderson

Age 24 · 2 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Capable in saved assessmentPass protection: Concern in assessment
Saved scouting assessment

Role, not health, is now the problem, so the role field drops to unknown. Back from the high-ankle sprain he took 7 carries for 31 yards and a 9-yard catch in Week 6 and lost a fumble, while Corey Kiner out-carried him 11 for 57 behind Rhamondre Stevenson - a messy three-way committee with his usage trending down. Bench in redraft without dropping; the dynasty case on talent is unchanged.

Scouting assessment saved Fri, Oct 23, 3:56 AM EDT.

Path to more work

The dated board selects him as the preferred replacement behind Rhamondre Stevenson. That is a projection of the replacement role, not a promise that he gets every touch.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Rhamondre Stevenson. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

The saved assessment flags pass protection as a limitation. If that remains an issue, a teammate could take the passing downs even when this player receives more carries.

Draft investment

2025 · Round 2 · Pick 38

Drafted by NE; not necessarily his current team.

Early-round investment is part of his prospect pedigree and may support a chance to develop. It does not guarantee the next workload, especially after a team change.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 6 recorded games include 52 carries and 5 receptions on 7 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB3 · Early-down runner

Corey Kiner

Age 24 · 2 years of NFL experience · active

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Listed RB3. Played eight offensive snaps in Week 1 when Henderson was out and was not among the backs discussed in the Week 3 game review, so his role shrank once Henderson returned. Depth insurance behind a two-man committee rather than a next-man-up option.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Oct 4, 3:53 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Rhamondre Stevenson. The dated board currently prefers TreVeyon Henderson for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

An early-down profile offers a path to carries between the tackles. A receiving or protection specialist could still handle third downs, limiting a full-workload takeover.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2025 · Undrafted

He entered without draft investment. That says how he arrived, not what he can become; current usage and coaching trust carry more weight now.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 7 recorded games include 35 carries and 2 receptions on 2 targets. He has recorded work both on the ground and in the passing game; those totals alone do not establish pass-protection ability or a three-down role.

Confirm the latest game-day designation. General active-roster status does not certify that he will dress or receive work.

Player research sources

RB4 · Role under review

Myles Montgomery

Age 23 · Rookie · injured reserve

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established

Individual scouting research is pending. The recorded workload and draft history below provide the available context.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Rhamondre Stevenson. The dated board currently prefers TreVeyon Henderson for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson, Corey Kiner. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2026 · Undrafted

He entered without draft investment. That says how he arrived, not what he can become; current usage and coaching trust carry more weight now.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

No recorded NFL regular-season production is available in the two seasons shown. That is an evidence gap, not a zero or a judgment of his ability.

His roster feed status is injured reserve. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

FB1 · Fullback

Reggie Gilliam

Age 29 · 7 years of NFL experience · injured reserve

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Positive assessment
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Lead-blocking fullback and special-teams piece, not a ball carrier, and now unavailable: ruled out of Week 5 and since listed on injured reserve, with no reported return timetable. He was already playing a shrinking role (eight snaps in Week 3, 21.7% through three games). No fantasy consequence in any format; this matters only for New England's two-back packages.

Scouting assessment saved Mon, Oct 12, 3:54 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Rhamondre Stevenson. The dated board currently prefers TreVeyon Henderson for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A fullback’s place on the chart represents a different assignment from the running-back queue. Blocking or situational touches do not make him the next lead runner when an RB is absent.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

2020 · Undrafted

He entered without draft investment. That says how he arrived, not what he can become; current usage and coaching trust carry more weight now.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 1 recorded game include 0 carries and 1 receptions on 2 targets. The recorded opportunity includes passing-game work. It does not establish that he would inherit the rushing workload.

His roster feed status is injured reserve. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Player research sources

Unlisted · Role under review

Hassan Haskins

Age 26 · 4 years of NFL experience · not on roster

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established

Individual scouting research is pending. The recorded workload and draft history below provide the available context.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Rhamondre Stevenson. The dated board currently prefers TreVeyon Henderson for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2022 · Round 4 · Pick 131

Drafted by TEN; not necessarily his current team.

A later-round selection describes his entry point. It does not rule out a lead role; demonstrated production and a trusted assignment matter more than draft position alone.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

No recorded NFL regular-season production is available in the two seasons shown. That is an evidence gap, not a zero or a judgment of his ability.

His roster feed status is not on roster. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Unlisted · Role under review

Lan Larison

Age 25 · 2 years of NFL experience · not on roster

Back to depth chart
Three-down outlook: Not establishedPass protection: Not established
Saved scouting assessment — source review needed

Fringe depth back. Played three offensive snaps in Week 1 as a practice-squad elevation while Henderson was out; he is now carried on the active roster but has no published depth rank and no verified role behind Stevenson, Henderson and Kiner. Role and usage genuinely unknown on current evidence.

Scouting assessment saved Sun, Oct 4, 3:53 AM EDT. This assessment is older than 14 days or has an invalid date; current-role review is needed.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Rhamondre Stevenson. The dated board currently prefers TreVeyon Henderson for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A clear role assessment is not available. Rushing experience, receiving usage and protection responsibilities need checking before treating him as a direct replacement.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2025 · Undrafted

He entered without draft investment. That says how he arrived, not what he can become; current usage and coaching trust carry more weight now.

Draft record source

What the recorded workload tells us

In 2026, his 1 recorded game include 0 carries and 2 receptions on 2 targets. The recorded opportunity includes passing-game work. It does not establish that he would inherit the rushing workload.

His roster feed status is not on roster. He needs the relevant roster or availability change before this becomes an immediate pickup opportunity.

Player research sources

The production behind the names

2026 regular season. Recorded production, not a projection. A missing stat line is not a zero.

Player comparison for the 2026 regular season
PlayerGames with statsCarriesReceptionsTotal yardsPPR / game
Rhamondre Stevenson
7772048912.4
TreVeyon Henderson
65252485.6
Corey Kiner
73521672.4
Hassan Haskins
—————
Lan Larison
10292.9
Myles Montgomery
—————
Reggie Gilliam
10141.4
Rhamondre Stevenson: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 27 touches
Wk 310 touches
Wk 416 touches
Wk 516 touches
Wk 614 touches
Wk 711 touches
TreVeyon Henderson: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 216 touches
Wk 39 touches
Wk 414 touches
Wk 55 touches
Wk 68 touches
Wk 75 touches
Corey Kiner: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 6 recorded games in 2026

Wk 22 touches
Wk 37 touches
Wk 40 touches
Wk 57 touches
Wk 611 touches
Wk 74 touches
Lan Larison: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 1 recorded games in 2026

Wk 12 touches
Reggie Gilliam: recent touches

Carries + receptions, last 1 recorded games in 2026

Wk 21 touches

Totals include all teams played for that season. Per-game averages use games with recorded stats. Source: nflverse player statistics.

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