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FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast fantasy football takes on Rhamondre Stevenson
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All FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Rhamondre Stevenson
PositiveValueSep 1, 2026
Rhamondre Stevenson is highlighted as a mid-round running back capable of delivering RB2 production.PositiveValueAug 29, 2026
Scott Pianowski prefers drafting Rhamondre Stevenson over Travion Henderson as a 'boring veteran value' who goes later in drafts, noting Stevenson is 25 pounds heavier and a candidate for goal-line work, despite concerns about fumbles.NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice questions the consensus that Ramondre Stevenson is locked in as the Patriots' lead back. While acknowledging he was the lead back in the playoffs, Fitzmaurice points to Stevenson's low explosive play rate (three runs of 40+ yards in five years) and a 2% career fumble rate as reasons why his role might not be as secure as the market assumes.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
Justin Boone ranks Stevenson at RB26 and prefers him over Antonio Gibson (Henderson) because the Patriots' coaching staff and beat writers consistently identify Stevenson as the primary back. While the team may utilize a split backfield, Stevenson is the more valuable asset and is currently cheaper in drafts. Boone notes a potentially slow start due to a tough early schedule against Seattle, Pittsburgh, and Jacksonville, but maintains that Stevenson is the correct target for fantasy managers.PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026
The source argues Rhamondre Stevenson should be drafted ahead of Tyjae Spears, noting he had a higher explosive run rate than Spears last year and is projected to remain the goal-line option in a high-scoring Patriots offense.PositiveUsageAug 18, 2026
Rhamondre Stevenson is expected to be in a 50/50 backfield committee but remains a strong fantasy asset due to his receiving ability, pass protection skills, and high-value opportunities. He is a viable starter for the Patriots.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Rhamondre Stevenson is the clear starting running back for the Patriots. Despite the addition of Tyrell Henderson, who offers more explosive playmaking ability, Stevenson remains the superior three-down back due to his pass-protection skills and reliability on all downs. Expect a committee approach to start the season, but one that favors Stevenson.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Andrew Erickson identifies Rhamondre Stevenson as the superior running back in the Patriots' offense, noting he is the preferred choice for all-down work, pass protection, and red zone effectiveness. Stevenson is projected to out-snap and out-touch Travion Henderson, making him a reliable weekly starter and a strong value pick in the middle rounds for managers who went heavy on other positions early.PositiveValueAug 15, 2026
John Daigle views Rhamondre Stevenson as a solid RB2 value in the middle rounds. Despite the hype around Travion Henderson, Daigle notes that Stevenson handled 55% of backfield touches and maintained a 12% target share after returning from injury last season, proving he is the more reliable weekly starter.PositiveUsageAug 13, 2026
Matt Modai ranks Stevenson at RB25, projecting a 50-50 split with TreVeyon Henderson. Modai notes that Stevenson is superior in pass protection and likely to retain goal-line duties, making him a reliable value pick.NegativeValueAug 11, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice considers Rhamondre Stevenson (RB28, 72nd overall) a bust at his current ADP, citing the presence of the more explosive Travion Henderson. Fitzmaurice highlights Stevenson's fumbling issues (2% of carries) and suggests the Patriots' backfield could shift to a 60-40 split in favor of Henderson. Derek Brown is more pro-Stevenson, noting he outperformed Henderson in most metrics last year, though he concedes the backfield could flip.NegativeProjectionJul 28, 2026
Stevenson averaged just 3.7 yards per carry in New England's four postseason games, demonstrating playoff inefficiency. His fumble rate of 2% is described as sky-high, and he has recorded only three 40+ yard runs across five NFL seasons, significantly underperforming Henderson's explosive profile and creating a vulnerability to losing touches.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Stevenson is ranked RB29 compared to Henderson's RB23, a gap that the source suggests might be appropriate but could potentially be wider. McDaniels views Stevenson as a very reliable, trustworthy back in pass protection and critical situations, despite his fumbling issues. The source notes that Stevenson's ranking might need to drop further to be more appropriately positioned near Blake Corum and Kyle Manungay rather than closer to Chuba Hubbard or Pittsburgh running backs.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Stevenson is viewed as a reliable, trustworthy back by coach Josh McDaniels despite fumbling issues, and will remain a constant factor in the Patriots backfield. He is ranked RB29 compared to Henderson's RB23, a gap that may need to widen slightly. The source suggests Stevenson might be more appropriately ranked in the Blake Corom/Kyle Manungay area rather than closer to Chuba Hubbard or Pittsburgh running backs. His role as the trusted pass-protection back in critical situations ensures he will limit Henderson's upside.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
The source views Ramondre as good enough to remain the primary back despite Trevion Henderson's presence, but notes the team's approach will likely cap his ceiling; the speaker has been taking Ramondre over Henderson in drafts.PositiveValueJul 23, 2026
Stevenson is being undervalued relative to Trevion Henderson despite strong 2025 performance metrics: 6th in fantasy points over expected, 5th in explosive run rate, and superior yards after contact compared to Henderson. The source has been taking Stevenson most frequently out of the two Patriots backs and believes Stevenson is 'good enough' to continue capping Henderson's upside. While Henderson showed breakout potential when Stevenson missed (17.1 PPG weeks 9-18), the market may not be properly accounting for Stevenson's proven efficiency and the team's confidence in him.PositiveRoleJul 8, 2026
When both were healthy at the end of the season, Stevenson was the lead back over Henderson, and was even better than Henderson on a per-touch basis in the passing game.PositiveRoleJul 7, 2026
Ramondre Stevenson is mentioned as an available running back option in round 8 for Zero RB builds.PositiveRoleJun 15, 2026
Stevenson was featured heavily in the playoffs over Jaylen Henderson due to pass-blocking concerns and the Patriots' need to protect Drake May, though fumbles have been an ongoing issue.