FOXBORO — TreVeyon Henderson discovered the top zone Sunday for what the Patriots are hoping is the primary of many touchdowns for the rookie operating again.
The 2025 second-round decide plowed by way of defenders for a 5-yard landing halfway by way of the second quarter to assist the Patriots take a 21-6 lead.
He was all smiles after touchdown in the long run zone and after the sport.
“Felt good. First, I simply need to thank god. It hasn’t been simple. It’s been a troublesome journey, however he’s been my power,” Henderson mentioned of his first profession rating. “He’s saved me centered. I’m excited that we got here out with the win. Received to provide credit score to the O-line. They’ve been working so laborious. I’m actually grateful.”
Henderson completed the day with seven carries for 32 yards and two catches for 14 yards with the rating.
It wasn’t a straightforward week for Patriots operating backs after Rhamondre Stevenson fumbled twice and Antonio Gibson fumbled as soon as within the workforce’s Week 3 loss to the Steelers.
However the operating again secure didn’t put the ball on the bottom, and all three backs averaged over 4 yards per dashing try of their 26-carry, 104-yard efficiency with three dashing touchdowns.
“I believe we did a superb job as a bunch of simply holding each other accountable, encouraging each other and pushing ahead,” Henderson mentioned. “And never dwelling on the previous, however coming to work this week, particularly Mondre and Antonio, seeing how these guys approached apply this week actually inspired me.”
