Fantasy football: Where to draft New England Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson

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New England selected RB Rhamondre Stevenson in the 4th round of the 2021 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma. In a little over a season, he worked himself into the primary role in the Patriots backfield. Stevenson had 279 touches in 2022 for nearly 1,500 total yards. The 2023 season came to an end early for Stevenson after suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 13. Below, we look at Rhamondre Stevenson’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, it’s the dawn of a new era in New England. Bill Belichick leaves a huge wake as Jerod Mayo takes over as coach. Stevenson is healthy and ready to get the most out of the team’s new offensive system. There’s also the added bonus of not having RB Ezekiel Elliott breathing down his neck for carries.

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Rhamondre Stevenson’s ADP: 60.85

(ADP data courtesy of MyFantasyLeague.com; last updated at time of this publishing – ADPs continually change as more drafts occur)

Stevenson’s ADP places him in the range of the 5th to 8th round depending on the size of the league. His ADP is significantly better than teammate Antonio Gibson’s (148.59), who should also get some carries out of the Patriots backfield.

Among running backs, Stevenson’s ADP puts him 19th at the position, behind Detroit’s David Montgomery (58.38), Houston’s Joe Mixon (46.58) Buffalo’s James Cook (44.55) and New Orleans’ Alvin Kamara (43.91). Arizona’s James Conner (61.79) and Las Vegas’ Zamir White (63.32) are 20th and 21st, respectively.

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Rhamondre Stevenson’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 12

Carries | rushing yards: 156 | 619

Rushing touchdowns: 4

Receptions | receiving yards: 38 | 238

Receiving touchdowns: 0

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Where should you draft Stevenson?

Stevenson enters a contract year facing competition from new addition Gibson, who signed a 3-year deal with $5.3 million guaranteed. Gibson struggled last season with just 65 carries in Washington but excelled as a receiver with 48 receptions and an impressive 8.1 yards per catch. He’s expected to serve as a passing-down and change-of-pace option, potentially limiting Stevenson’s involvement in the passing game.

The Patriots also have a shifting QB situation with Jacoby Brissett and rookie Drake M aye. While Brissett may start Week 1, Maye is likely to take over at some point, introducing uncertainty that could impact Stevenson’s production.

On the offensive line, questions remain. Though the Pats ranked 10th in run-block win rate last season, left tackle Chukwuma Okorafor transitions from right tackle, and guard Cole Strange is expected to miss early-season games due to injury.

New offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt’s run-heavy system (top 10 in rush attempts in 4 of 5 seasons) should keep Stevenson’s role secure. However, his fantasy value could hinge on how the backfield competition and offensive line issues play out.

Stevenson remains a solid RB2 option, especially in standard formats. While Gibson and line concerns create some uncertainty, Van Pelt’s scheme favors the run, giving Stevenson a path to strong usage in 2024.

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