New England Patriots star running back Rhamondre Stevenson has once again made headlines—this time with a bold announcement reaffirming his commitment to the team amid recent scrutiny. Despite leading the Patriots with 969 scrimmage yards and eight touchdowns, Stevenson’s seven fumbles during the 2024 season raised questions about his reliability on the field.
In a recent statement, Stevenson acknowledged the issues and vowed to improve: “I just need to hold the ball,” he said, emphasizing his dedication to correcting mistakes and becoming a more consistent playmaker.
Newly appointed Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, speaking at the NFL Scouting Combine, reacted with firm support. “We can look back and say, ‘Yeah, Rhamondre had some issues holding on to the football that year.’ But we also didn’t finish two or three blocks on the backside that allowed the second guy to come in,” Vrabel explained. He made it clear that ball security is a team issue—not just a running back’s problem.
Vrabel’s backing of Stevenson sends a strong message about leadership and accountability in New England’s locker room. As the Patriots aim for a comeback in 2025, all eyes will be on Stevenson and Vrabel to lead the charge.