More opportunities await Stevenson could have added opportunities in New England's backfield behind Damien Harris after Sony Michel was dealt to the Rams on Wednesday, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports. Impact Stevenson, was selected by the Patriots in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft and has proceeded to open eyes with his preseason efforts. Though the Patriots have in the past tended to ease rookie backs into the equation, Stevenson -- who possesses a nice blend of power and nimble feet -- figures to mix in on early downs behind Harris, and, with Michel no longer in the equation, is one injury away from a chance at a role with steady volume. Also in the team's backfield mix are change-of-pace back James White, J.J. Taylor and special teams ace Brandon Bolden. While Stevenson's immediate path to fantasy lineup utility is muddled, the Oklahoma product is well worth a late-round flier or auction end-game bid, given that his profile in New England's offense could grow as the 2021 season progresses.
AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE