And in what is perhaps a bad sign for Stevenson's availability, the team brought in Jamaal Williams for a workout on Tuesday.
Certainly, the Patriots lack depth at running back, with Corey Kiner being the only back on the active roster behind TreVeyon Henderson. Lan Larison, who has two career touches out of the backfield, is on the practice squad...." There's a chance that he can play [Sunday]. Just, there's no chance that he'll practice [Wednesday]," head coach Mike Vrabel said of Stevenson.
Opportunity has opened quickly for Kaleb Johnson after his time in Pittsburgh ended with concerns about pass protection. That issue was especially significant because he was protecting Aaron Rodgers, and his inability to handle that responsibility consistently contributed to him falling out of favor. His 2024 season at Iowa showed what he can offer as a runner, with more than 1,500 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns. Johnson was described as a potential early down option. He is a bigger back who keeps his legs moving and brings some power, though he is not simply a runner who tries to go through every defender. There were comparisons to what the Packers originally envisioned for AJ Dillon and some similarities to Jamaal Williams. Pass protection remains the factor that could determine how broad his role becomes.
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