Fantasy Football Player Notes

TreyVeon Henderson continued to be a dual-threat option, catching four passes for 32 yards on six targets (21% target share) and contributing in pass protection. He looked much better in pass pro this week - which I think is going to grant him more touches/snaps even if Rhamondre Stevenson returns. The Patriots' backfield was controlled by Henderson, who played 77% of the offensive snaps (not including the final two kneel downs) and handled 18 total touches (14 carries for 55 yards, plus 4 catches for 32 yards). His workload dominance firmly establishes him as the lead back moving forward, as long as Rhamondre Stevenson is sidelined. Terrell Jennings mixed in on 23% of the snaps and made the most of his touches, rushing 11 times for 35 yards and a short touchdown while catching one pass for nine yards — functioning as the goal-line and short-yardage complement to Henderson. A classic thunder and lightning backfield. But expect another back to be added - given Stevenson's injury and the reporting that NE is going to trade for another RB. Good for Henderson to finally flash the juice in back-to-back games. Again. Rookies always have bigger roles in the second halves of seasons. Hope you were somewhat patient. More importantly, the Fantasy playoffs - Pats have Bills/Ravens/Jets (with Bengals and Giants Weeks 12-13). If Henderson can just hit his stride during these three weeks, he can finish his rookie campaign on a high note. The Patriots have the No. 1 schedule ROS for RBs.