Patriots Reject Multiple Trades for 38th Pick, Draft TreVeyon Henderson

In the 2025 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick after turning down multiple trade offers from teams including the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans. The Bears offered the 39th pick plus a seventh-rounder to move up one spot, presumably to draft Henderson, while the Texans reportedly proposed a package including the 58th and 79th picks along with a 2026 third-rounder. Patriots executives debated the offers but ultimately decided to stay put, prioritizing Henderson's potential impact over gaining additional picks. Henderson, who averaged 7.1 yards per carry and did not fumble during his college career, is expected to become the Patriots' lead running back, addressing concerns from the previous season when the backfield struggled with turnovers. The Bears, who had been linked to Henderson, settled for wide receiver Luther Burden III at pick 39 and may look to address running back needs through other means. The Patriots' commitment to Henderson underscores their desire for a versatile, reliable running back to enhance quarterback Drake Maye's offense.