New England Patriots
Stevan Ridley - #22 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 220 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/27/1989 |
| Birthplace | Natchez, MS |
| College | LSU |
| Years played | 3 |
| Drafted | 2011, 3rd round, 9th pick by Patriots |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 290 | 1263 | 12 |
Patriots sign veteran DE Anderson
The Patriots announced the signing of veteran DE Mark Anderson on Friday.
Patriots agree to terms with OT Solder
OT Nate Solder is the 31st first-round pick to sign his contract, as he agreed to terms with the Patriots on Thursday.
The Patriots' fantasy dilemma
It's usually a good idea to avoid Patriots not named Tom Brady early on in fantasy drafts, but if 2011 is anything like 2010, there are a handful of safe bets from New England for your team.
Improving the Patriots' third-down defense
Heading into 2011, with such a high-octane offense, an improved third-down defense could greatly increase the Patriots' chances at getting back to the Super Bowl.
Spikes needs to put end of 2010 season behind him
After a solid start to his rookie season, Patriots ILB Brandon Spikes got suspended and did little in the team's playoff loss. He needs to return to the form he flashed at times in 2010.
Eagles sign FS Page, DT Hargrove
Former Patriots FS Jarrad Page and ex-Saints DT Anthony Hargrove are the latest veteran free agents to join the Eagles.
'Law Firm' returns to Patriots
RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis, who went from unknown backup to starting running back last season, re-signed with the Patriots on Wednesday.
Report says Eagles called Moss after he retired
PFW Patriots correspondent Ian Rapoport of the Boston Herald says that the Eagles contacted WR Randy Moss after he had filed his retirement papers with the league
The Patriots' new RB carousel
Bill Belichick will potentially have five running backs to choose from each week to plug into his offense in 2011.
Rotating zones gathered no Moss
Tom Danyluk says that Randy Moss was one of the NFL's strangest cases, a wildly talented player who freely roamed the label range from magician to dog over his career.
Five key questions facing the Patriots
PFW's Patriots reporter Kevin Fishbain asks and answers five key questions facing the Patriots as they head into the 2011 season.
Patriots fantasy focus
Here's a player-by-player look at the Patriots from a fantasy perspective heading into 2011.
Pats sign second-rounders Dowling, Vereen
The Patriots signed second-round picks CB Ras-I Dowling and RB Shane Vereen on Tuesday.
Moss' career arc, legacy unique
Randy Moss' career didn't lack for brilliant moments, but controversy followed him at times.
PLAYER NEWS
Ridley ran for 70 yards on 18 carries in Sunday's AFC title game before leaving the game following a fourth quarter carry in which Bernard Pollard hit him in the head so hard that he fumbled away the ball.|||||||
Ridley enjoyed a nice season and should remain the Patriots No. 1 back heading into training camp.
Ridley ran 20 times for 74 yards and two touchdowns against a strong Dolphins run defense on Sunday.|||||||
Ridley put together one of the best regular seasons by a Patriots running back, totaling 1,263 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.
Ridley ran for 72 yards and scored another touchdown during Monday night's 42-14 rout of Houston.|||||||
Ridley has now found in the end zone in six consecutive games, giving him 10 TDs on the season - tied for second-most in the league.
Ridley recorded 97 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries against the Jets on Thursday night.|||||||
The Patriots continue to lean heavily on Ridley, who has 206 carries for 939 yards and eight touchdowns this season.
Ridley ran 22 times for 98 yards and a touchdown against the Bills on Sunday.|||||||
Ridley couldn't quite get to the 100-yard plateau for the second consecutive week, but he did score a touchdown for the second-straight game. Fantasy owners will also be happy with the 22 carries, his most since running 28 times in Week 5.
