New England Patriots starting running back Rhamondre Stevenson will miss his third straight game after being ruled out with a toe injury for Thursday night’s home game against the New York Jets.

Stevenson’s absence in last Sunday’s 28-23 road win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers helped pave the way for rookie TreVeyon Henderson to rush for a season-best 147 yards and touchdown runs of 55 and 69 yards.

Stevenson has rushed for 279 yards and three touchdowns in eight games. Henderson has a sore knee but wasn’t given an injury designation.

The Patriots also ruled out receiver Kayshon Boutte (hamstring) for the second straight week. Boutte has a team-best five touchdowns receptions.

Others ruled out by New England were tight end Austin Hooper (concussion) and linebacker Christian Elliss (hip)

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