Foxborough, MA – A major blow has hit the New England Patriots ahead of their crucial matchup against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. According to multiple team sources, running back Rhamondre Stevenson’s injury has become a serious concern, and he has been officially ruled out for the upcoming home game at Gillette Stadium.
Stevenson reportedly suffered a left ankle injury during midweek practice. Initial evaluations suggested it was minor, but further medical tests revealed the damage to be more severe than expected. A source close to the team described the situation bluntly:
“It’s not looking good. Stevenson will likely need at least two weeks to recover, but it could take longer depending on how his ankle responds.”
The loss of Stevenson is a massive setback for New England’s offense, which has been struggling to find consistency this season. The third-year running back currently leads the team with over 640 rushing yards and five touchdowns, serving as the cornerstone of head coach Jerod Mayo’s short-yardage and ground-heavy attack plan.
Without him, the Patriots are expected to rely on Ezekiel Elliott and Kevin Harris to carry the load, though neither has shown the same burst and versatility that Stevenson brings. The absence of their star back could make the Patriots’ offense more predictable, especially against a disciplined Falcons defense that ranks among the top in the NFC in rush defense.
Fans reacted swiftly on social media, expressing frustration and worry over the team’s worsening injury situation. One post on X (formerly Twitter) summed up the sentiment:
“If Stevenson is out long-term, our season’s done. He’s the engine of this offense.”
At 3–5, the Patriots are teetering on the edge of playoff contention, and Sunday’s matchup was seen as a critical opportunity to turn their season around. Now, with Stevenson sidelined, offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt faces a daunting challenge to spark an offense that’s averaged just 18 points per game.
The Patriots are expected to provide an official update on Stevenson’s recovery timeline after the weekend. For now, the mood in Foxborough is one of concern—and growing urgency—as the team faces yet another uphill battle.
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