The New England Patriots will visit the New York Jets in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB TreVeyon Henderson.
Is TreVeyon Henderson Playing in Week 17?
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Tuesday that Henderson is in concussion protocol, Ben Volin of The Boston Globe reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Patriots’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Henderson in Week 17?
TreVeyon Henderson has gone from cuttable bust to OROY favorite to injured at the worst possible time. Whatever take you had on him coming out of the draft has been right at moments and wrong for others, making him an interesting discussion point for 2026.
As for this week, there are concussion protocols to navigate after the rookie was banged up in the second quarter against the Ravens. Every player seems to jump through these hoops at a different speed, so we can’t say for certain how this situation will play out when looking through a Week 17 lens, but with the Pats owning a 12-3 record and comfortable in their other running back, I’m trending toward us not getting the opportunity to make a Henderson call this weekend.
First Quarter Participation Data at Ravens
- Rhamondre Stevenson: 10 snaps, 5 routes, 2 touches
- Henderson: 6 snaps, 2 routes, 3 touches (two red zone)
Even with the flashes shown, New England has refused to fully commit, making this a dangerous click even if he were to navigate protocols quickly.
I’d make other plans and only pivot if we get concrete reporting that he is expected to be a full-go this Sunday (Stevenson settles in as a nice RB2 under the assumption that Henderson sits).
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Henderson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Henderson is projected to score 14.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Henderson to rush for 66 yards and 0.6 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 19 receiving yards and 0.1 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Patriots at Jets
The forecast for kickoff is 30 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. Cold conditions could affect ball handling and passing accuracy.
