Tag: Derrick Henry

Former Alabama RB Jase McClellan recieving interest from several NFL teams

Several NFL teams have met and expressed interest in former Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jase McClellan.

When it comes to producing NFL talent at the running back position, no school has had anywhere close to the level of success as the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Tide has been represented on Sundays by guys like Mark Ingram, Derrick Henry, Josh Jacobs, Najee Harris and many more under the guidance of legendary head coach [autotag]Nick Saban[/autotag]. While Saban did, unfortunately, retire in January, [autotag]Jase McClellan[/autotag] has a chance to be the final Saban-produced back drafted into the NFL.

McClellan was the Tide’s leading rusher in the 2023 season with 180 carried for 890 yards and eight touchdowns. However, with the Alabama passing attack rather inconsistent at times, McClellan was a strong presence in the backfield that Milroe and offensive coordinator Tommy Rees could rely on when things got tricky. McClellan may not have put up jaw-dropping numbers, but he has a ton of upside and is receiving a ton of interest ahead of this week’s NFL draft.

I don’t expect McClellan to be a first-round pick, but he is one of the best running backs in a very lackluster running back draft. The Texas native has reportedly met with a number of teams including the Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Chargers, New Orleans Saints among others. It will be interesting to see where McClellan goes likely on Friday night.

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Roquan Smith says addition of Derrick Henry will ‘make us stick to what we do’

Roquan Smith says addition of Derrick Henry will make Ravens scary on offense

The Baltimore Ravens’ acquisition of veteran running back Derrick Henry in free agency has been exciting for fans and current players. All-Pro inside linebacker Roquan Smith was the latest to rave about the addition.

“I think it’s going to make us stick to what we do,” Smith said. “Having a guy like [Derrick Henry], any time you need a play with him and Lamar [Jackson] back there, it’s going to be crucial. I’m excited. It’s going to open up a lot for everyone. Going up against the guy, I know what kind of a threat he poses to other defenses. It’s going to be scary. I’m excited to see. As I always say, I’m glad [that] I’m on the defensive side and watching those guys, cheering them on play in and play out. I told a couple of my friends in the offseason, maybe I’ll have to get some popcorn on the sideline while I’m watching those guys go to work. So, I’m definitely excited. I think it’s a great piece added to us, and it’s going to help us get to where we want to be.”

Henry, 30, rushed for 1,167 yards on 280 attempts with the Tennessee Titans last season. While running backs typically decline around 30, Henry has yet to show noticeable signs of slowing down as he enters his ninth NFL season.

With Jackson and Henry at the helm of the offense, the Ravens should again finish with one of the best rushing attacks in the league.

Derrick Henry on participating in offseason workouts: “I wanted to show I’m committed”

Derrick Henry on Offseason workouts: “I wanted to make sure that I show my teammates, and this organization, that I’m here, I’m committed.”

Derrick Henry could have easily skipped the Ravens’ voluntary portion of the off-season workout program, and nobody at the Under Armour Performance Center would have shared any concerns.

Henry is one of the best-conditioned athletes on the planet.

During the offseason, he trains alongside Dr. Ashley Reichert, PT, DPT, at SandersFit in Dallas, Texas.

During his Wednesday media session, Henry was asked about reporting for off-season workouts and why it was so important.

Henry, 30, departs Tennessee after eight seasons and arrives in Baltimore as the perfect fit, complementing the game-breaking speed and elusiveness of quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Henry was a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time rushing champion with the Tennessee Titans from 2016 to 2023.

He’ll now look to get the Ravens over the Super Bowl hump.

Derrick Henry on Lamar Jackson: You can tell he’s a great leader

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry says he can tell Lamar Jackson is a great leader and players flock to him

Derrick Henry is officially a Raven after signing a two-year deal and reporting to the Under Armour Performance Center for the start of offseason workouts.

The Ravens are in Phase One of the program, and Henry has watched Jackson interact with teammates. He clearly understands why the two MVPs are so highly thought of in Baltimore.

Jackson returned to Baltimore about twenty pounds lighter, and he looked refreshed after entering the offseason without contract squabbles.

Baltimore led the NFL in rushing last season, and Henry has led the league in rushing yards (9,502) since he was drafted and entered the league in 2016.

Every move the Ravens have made so far this offseason

With the 2024 NFL Draft fast approaching, we’re looking at every move the Baltimore Ravens have made this off-season

The Ravens will look drastically different on both sides of the football field after undergoing massive changes in player personnel and the coaching staff.

Baltimore signed Justin Madubuike, one of the league’s best defensive linemen, to an extension. After inking Madubuike to a deal, Baltimore landed Derrick Henry for two years and $16 million.

However, the Ravens suffered significant free-agent losses. 

Patrick Queen (Steelers), Geno Stone (Bengals), and Gus Edwards (Chargers) were among eight free agents to sign elsewhere. Baltimore also traded Morgan Moses to the Jets and released Tyus Bowser in a cost-cutting move.

With the NFL draft fast approaching, we’re reviewing every move Baltimore made this off-season.

Former Wisconsin Badgers running back works out with NFL star

Former Wisconsin Badgers running back works out with NFL star

The 2024 NFL draft is right around the corner (beginning April 25), and former Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen worked out with a star at his position.

Allen and four-time pro-bowler Ravens running back Derrick Henry worked out with one another this week. Henry is an above-average running back, using his 6-foot-3, 247-pound frame to administer punishment to the opposing defense.

Operating as a similar athlete, Allen is 6 feet, 1 inch and 235 pounds. Many have made comparisons to him and Henry in the past. The running back projects to be a Day 2 or Day 3 selection in the upcoming draft.

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Can star RB Derrick Henry be the missing piece to the Ravens’ Super Bowl puzzle?

The Baltimore Ravens already ranked No. 1 in the NFL in rush yards per game last season, so is Derrick Henry really the missing piece?

The Baltimore Ravens already ranked No. 1 in the NFL in rush yards and attempts per game last season, so is running back Derrick Henry the missing piece to their puzzle?

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The Ravens totaled about 156.9 rush yards a game in 2023 through 541 carries. Their offense dominated tremendously on the ground, but this success should be heavily credited to the defense, which allowed opponents to score just 16.5 points per game.

With opponents held to low-scoring outputs, quarterback Lamar Jackson and offensive coordinator Todd Monken were allowed to commit to running the ball. However, with their defensive secondary expected to take a few steps back, the offense may need to be even more dynamic this upcoming season,

Furthermore, the Ravens’ rush-by-committee approach now needs to be delegated proportionately.  Will Henry average 20 carries and Jackson 10? How will running back Justice Hill and Keaton Mitchell fit into the equation? 

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Ultimately, while it is premature to give a swift answer to these preliminary questions, the Ravens need to consider building their secondary with the best defensive backs available in the upcoming NFL Draft. Ravens’ fans should celebrate the arrival of Henry; it wasn’t inadequacy in the run game that ended the Ravens’ season last year.

However, the historic 60-sack, 18-interception season is behind the Ravens’ defense, so offensive excellence may need to balance the books for a secondary that may digress. Henry may need to have his most remarkable season yet if the Ravens plan on returning to the AFC Championship.

Ravens RB Derrick Henry ‘excited’ to be running behind Patrick Ricard in Baltimore

Ravens running back Derrick Henry is excited to be running behind fullback Patrick Ricard

The Baltimore Ravens signed former Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry to a two-year deal on the second day of free agency. His skillet, paired with quarterback Lamar Jackson, should be a nightmare for any NFL defense to defend.

On the Pivot Podcast, Henry revealed one name he’s excited to run behind in Baltimore during the 2024 season. Plenty of his teammates will pave the way for the All-Pro, but Henry singled out fullback Patrick Ricard.

Having Henry and Ricard running at defenders out of the same offensive backfield is a nightmare for opposing defenders. Pair that with Jackson’s speed and elusiveness, and it’s hard to see how teams will stop Baltimore’s offense at the moment.

Derrick Henry is hopeful Ravens will win Super Bowl in 2024

Ravens running back Derrick Henry is hopeful the team can with the Super Bowl in 2024

The Baltimore Ravens signed running back Derrick Henry to a two-year, $16 million deal on the second day of free agency. There was plenty of excitement about the move, and many wondered how he and quarterback Lamar Jackson would mesh in the backfield.

On the Pivot Podcast, Henry sat down with former NFL players Ryan Clark and others to express his desire to win a Super Bowl. He mentioned that the last time Baltimore did so was in New Orleans in 2012-2013, a significant development since the big game is also in New Orleans this season.

Henry spent the first eight years of his NFL career in Tennessee with the Titans, so moving teams now is a big deal. However, there is massive potential with Henry’s skillset in the backfield, something opposing defenses must fear.

Ravens RB Derrick Henry discusses changing teams after eight years with Titans

Ravens running back Derrick Henry discussed changing teams after eight years with the Tennessee Titans

Over the course of their franchise history, the Baltimore Ravens have brought many former Tennessee Titans players to the other side of their rivalry. From Steve McNair and Derrick Mason to Samari Rolle and others, Baltimore has had success adding from Tennessee.

The latest Titans player to leave for Baltimore is running back Derrick Henry. The veteran played for eight years in Tennessee and spoke about the changes it would take him to adjust to a new organization.

“When you’ve been somewhere eight years, there are changes with the people in the organization, just getting to know everybody and getting everybody to know me. [Learning] the culture and how to do things around here I don’t think will be hard. I think I will get acclimated pretty [quickly] by the guys around here. Here, it’s very family oriented [and] a great brotherhood, but no. [I’m] not worried so much about that; [I’m] just excited for what’s in store and getting to know everybody and getting into the swing of things. I’m trying to help in any way possible around here.”

Henry won’t need to be utilized in Baltimore as much as he was in Tennessee due to the many other rushing threats on the Ravens’ roster. While he will still be the top option regarding running backs, there’s more talent around him in Baltimore now than in Tennessee over the last few years.