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TreVeyon Henderson, Ty Okada Ruled Out for Opener

9/9/2026

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Summary

Henderson Out

TreVeyon Henderson will miss the Patriots' game against the Seattle Seahawks because of an ankle injury.
Seahawks safety Ty Okada is ruled out of the opener with a hamstring injury.
Patriots will rely on starter Rhamondre Stevenson to lead the rushing attack.
Seahawks may promote backup safeties Rodney Thomas II and AJ Finley after depth loss from Bud Clark’s season-ending ankle fracture.

Summary

Vrabel: Ground Revenge

Coach Mike Vrabel said the Patriots will run a ground-heavy game plan to protect quarterback Drake Maye.
Corey Kiner’s compact running style and pass-protection skills give him a check-down outlet role.
Lan Larison could line up in spread formations as a receiving back, while Hassan Haskins provides downhill power.
The Patriots view the Week 1 matchup as revenge for Seattle’s Super Bowl win over New England.

History

Historical Context

The Patriots entered the 2018 season after a decade of Bill Belichick-Tom Brady dominance, posting a 13-3 record that earned the AFC’s No. 1 seed and extending their streak to ten straight AFC East titles. That run-heavy identity resurfaces in 2024 as Rhamondre Stevenson leads the ground attack against a Seattle squad missing safety Ty Okada, echoing the franchise’s emphasis on rushing to shape playoff positioning.

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Henderson Out

TreVeyon Henderson will miss the Patriots' game against the Seattle Seahawks because of an ankle injury.
Seahawks safety Ty Okada is ruled out of the opener with a hamstring injury.
Patriots will rely on starter Rhamondre Stevenson to lead the rushing attack.
Seahawks may promote backup safeties Rodney Thomas II and AJ Finley after depth loss from Bud Clark’s season-ending ankle fracture.

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