Harris added a four-yard reception. The closest thing the Pats had to a No. 3 running back this season, Harris still mustered just 19 touches, all 19 of which came following Rhamondre Stevenson’s season-ending injury. The fact that coach Bill Belichick turned the keys over to washed veteran Ezekiel Elliott does not speak well to Harris’ NFL future, though he is still just 23 years old. With Belichick seemingly on the way out, Harris will be fighting for a 53-man roster spot under a different coach next season.

With Damien Harris (thigh) sidelined and Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) ailing, Harris actually got the "start," but Stevenson ended up playing and dominating. Pierre Strong operated as the No. 2 change-of-pace, making Harris' opening-series presence a misnomer. With Damien likely back for Week 16 against the Bengals, there isn't much reason to keep Kevin around in 12-team leagues. 

The plodding rookie saw the first few carries following the departure of Rhamondre Stevenson. Stevenson briefly left the contest to get his ankle tended to, returned for one drive, and ultimately left the game for good before half. Although Stevenson's ankle could preclude him from game action on a short week, the Patriots could get Damien Harris back from a thigh injury, likely rendering the rookie of little fantasy value in Week 15.

Harris isn't needed with both Rhamondre Stevenson and Damien Harris healthy for this game. The Patriots head into Thanksgiving night relatively healthy for their showdown with the Vikings.