Patriots sign Rhamondre Stevenson to 4-year, $36M extension

Stevenson, a fourth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, agreed to a four year extension with New England on Thursday that includes $17 million fully guaranteed. The move was expected after Stevenson has operated as a crucial component of the Patriots' offense since his rookie season.

As a rookie, Stevenson turned 133 carries into 606 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns while catching 14 of 18 targets for 123 receiving yards. As a sophomore, he evolved into a dual threat, with 1,040 rushing yards, five rushing touchdowns and 69 receptions on 88 targets for 421 receiving yards and 1 receiving touchdown. He battled injuries last season, but still recoreded 857 total yards and four touchdowns in 12 games.

Steven is expected to remain a key part of New England's offense under new offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. The arrival of Antonio Gibson in free agency could have a negative impact on his volume in the passing game.