New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson sustained a right ankle injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Stevenson was the Patriots' featured offensive player in the first quarter, totaling 40 rushing yards on nine carries. The tackling technique used by Chargers linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu, known as a hip-drop tackle, has been a topic of concern for player safety. Stevenson was on pace for his fourth straight game of 100 or more scrimmage yards before the injury.

• Rhamondre Stevenson sustained a right ankle injury in the first quarter of the game against the Chargers.
• Stevenson was the Patriots' featured offensive player in the first quarter, with 40 rushing yards on nine carries.
• The hip-drop tackle used by Chargers linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu has been a topic of concern for player safety.
• Stevenson was on pace for his fourth straight game of 100 or more scrimmage yards before the injury.