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Report: ‘Longshot’ Dion Lewis remains with Patriots

The New England Patriots used four running backs during their run to Super Bowl LII, but Dion Lewis may be leaving the group.

Michael Giardi of NBC Sports Boston reports “it’s a longshot” Lewis will re-sign and return to the Patriots in 2018.

“Expected contractual demands are a problem and those sources say Lewis remains disappointed by his usage both early in the season and again in the Super Bowl.”

Lewis put together a career-best campaign in 2017, amassing team-high marks of 896 yards and six touchdowns on the ground while providing 32 catches for 214 yards and three scores.

However, he recorded just 26 combined carries and receptions through the first five games of the season. And after averaging 20 touches during the first two playoff games, Lewis toted the ball only nine times in the Super Bowl and was not targeted as a receiver.

Lewis wants to be treated as a featured back, but New England seems to prefer the by-committee approach. Although he deserves a raise, that difference of opinion will likely lead to Lewis wearing a new uniform in 2018.

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