Patriots RB Suffers Injury, Setting Up Possible Trade Talks for Team
The Patriots could lose its top receiver for a short period of time, opening up the possibility of them trading for a replacement.
The New England Patriots experienced a setback on Monday following their 45-27 loss to the Green Bay Packers, as running back Rhamondre Stevenson is dealing with a knee tendon issue. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Stevenson will not need surgery to repair the problem, but he is expected to miss a short period of time. Fortunately, the Patriots have a bye week in Week 11, giving Stevenson ample recovery time before his potential return in Week 12 against the Los Angeles Chargers on November 29.
Stevenson's absence from the upcoming game against the Detroit Lions on Saturday is likely. Throughout nine games this season, Stevenson has amassed 499 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns on 102 carries, along with 26 catches for 258 yards and two touchdowns. This injury now presents the Patriots as a team that could be open to exploring trade opportunities for a running back before the 4 p.m. ET deadline on Tuesday.
Indianapolis Colts' running back Jonathan Taylor is the most prominent name being discussed as a potential trade candidate. Taylor did not request a trade, but the likelihood of him being moved before the deadline is high, particularly after his apparent farewell gesture to Colts fans following Sunday's loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
Other possible trade options include Baltimore Ravens' Derrick Henry (with discussions reportedly cooling down), New York Jets' Breece Hall, Tennessee Titans' Tony Pollard, and Tennessee Titans' Tyjae Spears, whose contract is set to expire in the offseason.
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