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Patriots practice report: TreVeyon Henderson makes return

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson was back on the practice field on Monday, marking a major step toward his potential availability for Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Henderson had been sidelined with an ankle issue since August 24, causing him to sit out New England's regular-season opening defeat to the Seattle Seahawks.

Head coach Mike Vrabel provided the positive update during an appearance on the Greg Hill Show, also confirming that offensive lineman Ben Brown is resuming practice activities.

The roster reinforcements arrive at a crucial moment for the offense, which also saw wide receiver A.J. Brown suffer an ankle injury in the Week 1 contest.

Facing scrutiny following the defeat, Vrabel firmly defended his choice to hold key starters, including quarterback Drake Maye, out of preseason action, while New England additionally enacted an adjustment to their practice squad ahead of the upcoming matchup.

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