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New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo announced that running back Rhamondre Stevenson will not be starting in the upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins. Instead, it is expected that Antonio Gibson will take the lead role in the backfield. Stevenson has struggled with ball security, fumbling in each of the four games played this season.
- Rhamondre Stevenson has been demoted to a backup role due to consistent fumbles.
- Antonio Gibson is set to take over as the starting running back for the Patriots.
Rhamondre Stevenson | RB
Injury
Week 5
4 fumbles
- Stevenson has fumbled once in each of the four games this season, leading to his demotion.
- His ball security issues have raised concerns about his reliability as a starter.
Antonio Gibson | RB
Pickup
Week 5
- Gibson is expected to start in place of Stevenson against the Dolphins.
- This could be a pivotal opportunity for Gibson to establish himself in the Patriots' offense.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots are making a significant change in their backfield strategy.
- Ball security will be a key focus for the team moving forward.
Miami Dolphins
- The Dolphins will face a potentially weakened Patriots offense with Stevenson not starting.
- This could give the Dolphins a strategic advantage in the upcoming game.