Derrick Henry

Derrick Henry is an American professional football running back who has established himself as one of the most dominant rushers in NFL history. Born on January 4, 1994, in Yulee, Florida, Henry was a football prodigy from an early age. At Yulee High School, he set the national high school career rushing record with 12,124 yards, a record that still stands. His remarkable high school career made him one of the most highly recruited players in the country.

Henry attended the University of Alabama, where he played under head coach Nick Saban. After serving as a backup in his first two seasons, he exploded onto the scene as a junior in 2015, rushing for 2,219 yards and 28 touchdowns. He won the Heisman Trophy that year and led Alabama to the College Football Playoff National Championship, scoring three touchdowns in the title game against Clemson. The Tennessee Titans selected him in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft with the 45th overall pick.

Henry’s NFL career reached legendary heights during his time with the Tennessee Titans from 2016 to 2023. He led the NFL in rushing yards in back-to-back seasons in 2019 (1,540 yards) and 2020 (2,027 yards), becoming just the eighth player in NFL history to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season. His 2020 campaign was one of the greatest rushing seasons ever recorded. Known for his punishing running style at 6 feet 3 inches and 247 pounds, Henry earned the nickname “King Henry” for his ability to overpower defenders.

In March 2024, Henry signed a two-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens worth $16 million, pairing with quarterback Lamar Jackson to form one of the most dynamic offenses in football. He continued to produce at an elite level, proving that his physical style of play had not diminished with age. Combined with his previous Titans earnings, endorsement deals, and investments, Henry’s net worth is estimated at approximately $50 million as of 2026.