New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is participating in practice for the third consecutive day on Friday, according to Mark Daniels of MassLive, signaling a dramatic shift in his Week 6 outlook after initial fears that he would miss multiple games with an ankle injury.
Following an MRI earlier in the week, early reports indicated that the second-year running back was dealing with a right high-ankle sprain that would force him to the sidelines for a prolonged stretch. However, Henderson’s resilience on the practice field has kept alive the possibility that he could avoid missing game action entirely. After opening Week 6 preparations with back-to-back limited sessions, his continued presence on Friday puts him on an encouraging trajectory as the Patriots finalize their game plan for Sunday’s divisional showdown against the New York Jets.
The turbulence surrounding Henderson’s status began on Monday, October 13, when initial medical evaluations suggested a multi-week absence. Those fears were reinforced when he was absent from the team’s first official practice session of the week on Tuesday. Yet, the narrative quickly flipped when Henderson made a surprising return as a limited participant on Wednesday, followed by further participation on Thursday, and now Friday’s crucial session.
New England’s final injury report, slated for release later on Friday, will provide a definitive designation regarding Henderson’s availability for Sunday afternoon’s 1:00 PM kickoff at home against the Jets. The opposing New York pass defense enters the matchup sporting a formidable overall quarterback rating against of 69.1, presenting a stiff challenge regardless of which New England running backs ultimately take the field.
Henderson, who signed a four-year, $11.14 million rookie contract with the Patriots in July 2025 after being selected 38th overall in the second round of the NFL draft, has seen his development closely monitored by the organization and fantasy football analysts alike. Coming out of Ohio State, where he piled up 4,614 yards from scrimmage and 48 touchdowns across four collegiate seasons while twice leading the Big Ten in yards per carry, Henderson arrived in Foxborough with explosive playmaking potential. Standing at 5-foot-10 and 202 pounds, he blends a swift 4.43-second speed in the 40-yard dash with reliable pass-catching traits, though he has continually navigated a crowded backfield featuring established veterans like Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson.
The ongoing recovery process marks another hurdle in a season where Henderson has already demonstrated determination to stay on the field. Earlier in the year, he worked his way back from an ankle issue that caused him to miss the Patriots’ Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, ultimately returning to full participation by Wednesday ahead of Week 2. That durability and quick recovery history are proving valuable once more as the Patriots prepare for a vital stretch of their schedule.
As game day approaches, coaching staff decisions and pre-game warmups will ultimately dictate whether Henderson is cleared to suit up against the Jets. If active, he is expected to resume his role in New England’s backfield rotation, providing a dynamic spark alongside his backfield peers as the Patriots look to secure a crucial win.
