Rhamondre Stevenson

Rookie running backs can have a tough time getting going in New England. Stevenson was no exception after being taken in the fourth round in 2021, playing only four snaps through the first three weeks of the season and not taking on a significant role in the offense until Week 9, when he piled up 106 total yards on 12 touches against the Panthers. He followed that up with 100 rushing yards and two touchdowns against the Browns, and from that point on the backfield was essentially a timeshare between Stevenson and Damien Harris, with each taking their turn in the spotlight. Stevenson is the bigger back of the two, and he broke 16 tackles last year on 133 carries - the second-best rate in the NFL behind only fellow rookie Javonte Williams. Despite the impressive pro debut, Stevenson's outlook for 2022 is murky. Harris is still under contract for another year, Ty Montgomery is trying to earn a role on passing downs and the Patriots added two rookie backs on Day 3 of the draft. That leaves Stevenson in a likely committee role again, with Harris the biggest obstacle short term. Read Past Outlooks