Patriots Place RB TreVeyon Henderson on Injured Reserve

TreVeyon Henderson will miss a minimum of four games after the Patriots placed him on injured reserve Saturday due to unexplained neurological symptoms.

The New England Patriots placed running back TreVeyon Henderson on injured reserve Saturday, mandating a minimum four-game absence for the rookie. According to ESPN, the move follows an "unexpected and unusual medical emergency" Henderson reported eight days ago involving unexplained neurological symptoms. While the player noted on social media that recent tests have been "positive and reassuring," the exact cause of the condition remains unknown.

Prior to the roster move, Henderson had already been ruled out for Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff against the Detroit Lions at FC Bayern Munich Arena. His absence leaves the Patriots with Corey Kiner and Lan Larison as the only fully healthy running backs on the roster. Starter Rhamondre Stevenson is currently managing a knee tendon injury suffered during last Sunday's defeat against the Green Bay Packers, though he participated in two practices in Munich on a limited basis.

Head coach Mike Vrabel indicated Friday that Stevenson was feeling "pretty good" regarding his availability for the international contest. New England opted not to elevate a running back from the practice squad before Saturday's deadline, suggesting Stevenson may be active. In corresponding moves, the team activated center/guard Greg Van Roten and fullback Reggie Gilliam from injured reserve, while elevating center/guard Andrew Rupcich from the practice squad.