FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:

1. Henderson & RB split: There are many fascinating storylines and lingering questions for the Patriots entering their season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at Gillette Stadium (1 p.m. ET, CBS). One is how they plan to divide snaps at running back, specifically with speedy rookie TreVeyon Henderson , the second-round pick from Ohio State who was their most dangerous weapon in the preseason.

The only certainty, it seems, is that fifth-year veteran Rhamondre Stevenson will be in huddle for the first snap. Then Henderson and six-year veteran Antonio Gibson could get the call at any time.

"Coming into the first game, first season [for this staff], obviously Rhamondre has bee

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