FOXBORO, Mass. — Last month, legendary Patriots running backs coach Ivan Fears issued a stern challenge to Rhamondre Stevenson.
“He’s about to become a leader,” Fears said on WEEI’s “6 Rings” podcast. “He’s the veteran guy in the room. It’s one thing to say you’re gonna lead on Sunday. But, if you’re gonna be successful, you’ve gotta lead every day of the week. And he’s gotta step up in that area.”
Whether Stevenson heard Fears’ comments is unclear. But it’s obvious that someone on New England’s coaching staff delivered a similar message this offseason — and Stevenson is taking it seriously.