Patriots' under-the-radar playmaker predicted to steal the spotlight in 2026
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Patriots' under-the-radar playmaker predicted to steal the spotlight in 2026
Drake Maye and AJ Brown have dominated expectations for the Patriots’ 2026 offense, with Brown projected to be a top target for Maye. Rhamondre Stevenson has served as the team’s RB1 since his 2021 draft and is expected to keep that role regardless of TreVeyon Henderson’s summer performance. Stevenson’s main issue has been fumbling, yet analysts predict a breakout season in 2026. The projection is reminiscent of 2022, when he totaled over 1,000 rushing yards and 400 receiving yards. CLNS’ Taylor Kyles expects Stevenson to benefit from improved run support and create more rushing creases.
"“Having those guys to run behind, create some more creases for him, is gonna lead to Rhamondre I think truly having a career year...I will say career year more in the context of maybe not career highs, but when you look at the body of... pic.twitter.com/Q8JEaZbQVR- Patriots on CLNS (@PatriotsCLNS) May 19, 2026"
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