Patriots’ TreVeyon Henderson Reveals Multi-Day Hospitalization for ‘Unexplainable’ Neurological Symptoms

Patriots running back explains multi-week absence after hospital stay

November 7, 2026 · 2:30 a.m. Central / 3:30 a.m. Eastern

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson disclosed Friday that his recent absence from the team stemmed from an unexpected medical emergency that left him hospitalized for several days with “unexplainable” neurological symptoms.

Previously listed on New England’s official injury reports simply with an “illness,” the second-year tailback out of Ohio State published a personal statement on social media explaining why he has been sidelined since late October.

“Over the past couple of weeks, I experienced an unexpected medical emergency that required me to be hospitalized for several days,” Henderson wrote, as reported by NFL.com, the Boston Herald, and US Weekly. “I began experiencing a series of unexplainable neurological symptoms that affected my strength, coordination, and some of my physical functions.”

Reassuring test results, but underlying cause remains unknown

Henderson said he underwent a comprehensive battery of neurological and diagnostic evaluations during his hospital stay. While he noted that the test results came back “positive and reassuring” in ruling out several life-threatening conditions, doctors have not yet identified a definitive trigger for the episode.

Because the symptoms impacted his motor coordination and strength, Henderson said he is now working daily with medical specialists and physical therapists to rebuild his physical baseline before returning to football activities. He has already been ruled out of New England’s upcoming matchup against the Green Bay Packers and has no timetable for a return to game action.

Speaking with reporters in Foxborough on Friday, Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel voiced the organization’s support for Henderson and his family, emphasizing that the team’s medical staff is prioritizing the running back’s long-term health over any football schedule.