# Patriots' running back returns ahead of Steelers game

> TreVeyon Henderson returns for Patriots as key offensive boost ahead of Steelers clash
- Title: Patriots' running back returns ahead of Steelers game
- Summary: TreVeyon Henderson returns for Patriots as key offensive boost ahead of Steelers clash Henderson's return adds explosive threat to Patriots offense after…
- Keywords: treveyon henderson, patriots, steelers, nfl, rhamondre stevenson, new england patriots, pittsburgh steelers, running back, offensive weapon, season opener, Patriots', running
- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/patriots-curious-approach-could-start-to-make-sense-vs-steelers-12453196
- Author: Keagan Stiefel
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: treveyon henderson, patriots, steelers, nfl, rhamondre stevenson, new england patriots, pittsburgh steelers, running back, offensive weapon, season opener
## Henderson returns
TreVeyon Henderson, sidelined for three weeks with an ankle injury, is expected to return for the Patriots' game against the Steelers after practicing as a full participant.

> Henderson scored touchdowns of 69, 65, 55, and 52 yards in his rookie season.
## Offensive boost
Henderson's return provides explosive threat to offset Patriots' recent overreliance on Rhamondre Stevenson during their season opener.
## Steelers' weak offense
The Steelers struggled with 5-for-25 on third and fourth down against the Falcons, losing 188 yards to penalties and sacks.
## Maye's fourth quarter
Drake Maye threw three interceptions in the fourth quarter last week, including a critical pass that didn't tie the game.
## Patriots' strategy
Patriots plan to run the ball to control clock while targeting players like Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon for passing opportunities.
## Key takeaway

Henderson's return adds explosive threat to Patriots offense after recent reliance on Rhamondre Stevenson