Patriots struggle in run game amid 45-27 loss to Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The New England Patriots fell 45-27 to the Green Bay Packers on November 8, 2026, and face challenges ahead. Head coach Mike Vrabel highlighted major issues with the run game, especially following Rhamondre Stevenson's knee injury during the game. Without Stevenson, the Patriots' offensive strategy appears compromised as they prepare for a matchup against the Detroit Lions in Germany on November 15. Defensive struggles from players like Christian Gonzalez further undermined the team's performance, raising concerns about production leading into winter games.
- •Patriots lost to the Packers 45-27 on November 8, 2026.
- •Rhamondre Stevenson suffered a knee injury and did not return.
- •The team averages only 4.1 yards per carry this season.
- •Christian Gonzalez allowed a career-high 10 receptions for 187 yards.
- •Next game is against the Detroit Lions on November 15 in Germany.
- 10:13 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Must Fix Run Game Or Watch Maye Struggle Again
"After a 45-27 loss to Green Bay, the Patriots run game is broken. Mike Vrabel admits the team got kicked. Can they survive without Rhamondre Stevenson?
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