Live Coverage: TreVeyon Henderson gets the Patriots on the board first in 2026 debut
The Patriots are already in a must-win situation in Week 2. Follow along as they host the Steelers in their home opener.
FOXBOROUGH – The New England Patriots are already in a crucial situation just two weeks into the season as they gear up to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. With star wide receiver A.J. Brown sidelined due to a high-ankle sprain from their Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the Patriots will rely heavily on their secondary led by rookie Drake Maye.
During the first quarter, the Steelers failed to capitalize off a potential touchdown opportunity as Drake Maye evaded T.J. Watt in the end zone. Maye then connected with Eli Raridon to secure a 30-yard gain. However, Chris Boswell missed a crucial 57-yard field goal attempt.
In the second quarter, TreVeyon Henderson, who missed Week 1 due to an ankle injury, broke through the Steelers' defense and scored on a 39-yard run. The extra point extended the Patriots' lead to 7-0. The Steelers nearly extended their lead when Rhamondre Stevenson fumbled the ball, but it was recovered by the Steelers, effectively ending the Patriots' opening drive.
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