The New England Patriots announced on Sunday that second-year running back TreVeyon Henderson has been placed on injured reserve, according to Patriots Wire.
This roster move comes after Henderson disclosed last week that he spent several days hospitalized due to a neurological condition, as documented by USA Today Sports.
By moving to the injured reserve list, Henderson is mandated to miss at least the next four games of the regular season.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel addressed the situation with reporters on Friday, noting that he maintains regular contact with the athlete.
“I talk to TreVeyon everyday,” Vrabel stated.
The coach emphasized that the player is focused on recovery, though no specific timeline for a return to the field has been established.
“Just like everybody else that’s not available, he’s working hard to get back,” Vrabel added.
He further noted that he does not currently possess a firm update regarding when Henderson will be medically cleared for team activities.
“When that is, I don’t know,” Vrabel told the media.
In conjunction with the roster shift, the team activated fullback Reggie Gilliam and offensive lineman Greg Van Roten, while also elevating guard Andrew Rupcich, per official updates from the Patriots team website.
The organization utilized its fifth of eight designated return spots on Gilliam this week.
While the team anticipates the eventual return of other players including Alijah Vera-Tucker and Romeo Doubs, the immediate priority remains Henderson’s health.
The move provides the running back necessary time to focus on his well-being while allowing the team to manage its roster depth for the remainder of the season.