The Patriots offensive backfield will have a familiar look in 2021, with the only big change coming in the form of Rex Burkhead's free agency departure to Houston and Rhamondre Stevenson's arrival via the fourth round of the draft.
Sony Michel and Damien Harris headline the early-down runners, as both had promising seasons in 2020 that were hampered by injuries. Harris started and ended his season on Injured Reserve, but had a 10-game stretch in the middle that saw him post 691 rushing yards on 137 attempts, good enough for a 5.04 yards-per-attempt average. His 121 yards against the Ravens was the highlight of his season as he broke 100 yards three different times.