TreVeyon Henderson, the New England Patriots' second-round pick, made a statement in his NFL debut like few others could. The rookie running back recorded a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown against the Washington Commanders on Friday night. The kind of debut some players dream about.
The Patriots may have landed a dynamic RB who can immediately impact fantasy football. Henderson arrived from a championship-winning Ohio State program ready to make his mark in an offense eager for playmakers.
On Sunday, CBS Sports' Ryan Wooden shared that SportsLine has identified Henderson as a 2025 fantasy football breakout.
"Henderson was the fourth running back selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, but he's one of the model's favorites for a standout rookie season," Wooden wrote.
The Patriots offense, which struggled to find big-play threats last season, provides a promising opportunity for Henderson to carve out an important role early on.
"His combination of patience and burst excelled at college and can carry over to the NFL in an offense desperate for playmakers," Wooden added.
Fantasy managers should view Henderson as a high-upside late-round pick or a strategic stash in deeper leagues. While rookies come with natural uncertainty, his pedigree and the Patriots' confidence in him suggest a meaningful role is within reach.