Seventh-round rookie Jam Miller is expected to enter camp as the favorite to emerge as the team’s third-string running back. However, there is a push from previously undrafted options that could complicate that projection. Lan Larison, who was trending as a breakout candidate in 2025 before a preseason-season-ending broken foot, is drawing renewed attention during minicamp. Early impressions from this month’s minicamp suggest Larison could challenge Miller and potentially push him in the competition for carries as the club heads toward the 2026 season.
Another name to watch in the backfield competition is Terrell Jennings, a third-year player who is also in the mix for the RB3 role. In addition to this competition, Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson are expected to remain the top two running backs for New England. The Patriots also have undrafted rookie Myles Montgomery, who will be in the mix with Miller, Larison, and Jennings as part of the offseason roster.
In summary, while Stevenson and Henderson are clear top options, the battle behind them features a group of newcomers and developing talents, with Jam Miller likely leading the charge for the RB3 spot and Lan Larison posing a real challenge after his strong minicamp showing. The organization will monitor how these players progress through the offseason program and into training camp as they refine depth behind the established duo.
