Stevenson took the second handoff in each practice period Wednesday after former teammate Sony Michel was traded to the Rams, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Stevenson was third through the line for most of the summer behind Michel and lead runner Damien Harris. The Patriots also have passing-down back James White, so while Stevenson now may be the second choice for ground work, he'll likely be No. 3 when it comes to snaps this September, if he gets any at all. The rookie fourth-round pick may have played a role in Michel being traded, with excellent work this preseason (193 rushing yards, four touchdowns) making his teammate expendable.