TreVeyon Henderson faces pass-protection concerns

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson struggled significantly in pass protection during a 30-24 loss to the Chicago Bears. According to game grades, Henderson received an 8.6 out of 100 in pass protection, making him the lowest-graded offensive player on the team for the game.

Despite being drafted in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft with a reputation as an elite blocker from his time at Ohio State, Henderson's recent performance has raised questions regarding his reliability in protecting quarterback Drake Maye. During the game, Henderson recorded three carries for nine yards and two receptions for 14 yards.

While Henderson showed promise during his rookie season as a dynamic playmaker, his inability to sustain drives and handle blitz-heavy packages has limited his impact. The Patriots' offense struggled overall, logging a season-low 54 offensive snaps during the matchup at Soldier Field.