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Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson returned to practice on Thursday.
He had missed Tuesday’s practice in Foxbrorough, but was able to travel with the team on Wednesday and participate in a walkthrough on Thursday. He was listed as a limited participant and has not been ruled out for Sunday’s game.
According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, Stevenson was expected to miss several weeks. It is not yet clear whether Stevenson will be available to play on Sunday, but his return to practice is an encouraging sign for an already thin running back room.
“I think that speak to, first off, the media not really knowing what they’re talking about 100 percent of the time,” quarterback Drake Maye said. “Just a guy that wants to be out there and be back for the team and that’s what we’re in the midst of, trying to make a run here and win a big one before the bye [week].”
Stevenson left Sunday’s loss to Green Bay early with a knee injury. Fellow running back TreVeyon Henderson has already been ruled out after being hospitalized with neurological symptoms earlier in the week.
The Patriots have Corey Kiner and Lan Larrison on their roster. They could also promote Terrell Jennings from the practice squad if Stevenson is unable to play.
Henderson [illness], offensive lineman Ben Brown [knee], and cornerback Carlton Davis [knee] have been ruled out for Sunday’s game. All three missed Thursday’s practice.
Tight end Cameron Latu [back], offensive guard Walter Rouse [concussion protocol], and safety Brenden Schooler [hamstring] were upgraded to limited after missing Tuesday’s practice and participating on Thursday.
Cornerback Charles Woods [hamstring], offensive guard Greg Van Roten [hamstring], offensive tackle Morgan Moses [foot], tight end Hunter Henry [foot], fullback Reggie Gilliam [knee], safety Kevin Byard [chest], and receiver A.J. Brown [ankle/knee] were also limited.
Maye was a full participant despite being listed on the report with a right shoulder injury.
The Patriots have one more scheduled practice in Munich before Sunday’s contest against the Lions.
Khari A. ThompsonSports Reporter
Khari Thompson covers professional sports for Boston.com. Before joining the team in 2022, Khari covered college football for The Clarion Ledger in Jackson, Miss.
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