Recently Derrick Henry has quit the Tennessee Titans, the free agency and signed a deal with the Baltimore Ravens. Henry, known to be a fantastic five, became the first player in league history to surpass 2,000 rushing yards twice.
Henry’s first year with The Ravens was a master strike success. Making a blunt admission of his career Derrick Henry speaks out about his future with the Ravens after crushing playoff exit vs. Bill.
“I want to Retire a Raven,” Derrick Henry clears his stand
Speaking to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini ahead of the NFL Honors night, he said, “I want to retire a Raven.”
The 31- year-old had signed a two year contract with Baltimore last offseason after parting ways with the Tennessee Titans. It was nearly a $16 million deal. It is known that he is about to play the 2nd and the final year of his existing contract.
He is one of the five finalists for the Offensive Player Year award with strong competition against his teammate Lamar Jackson, Cincinnati Bengals duo Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase. Henry won the fourth title whereas Philadelphia Eagles backed by Saquon Barkley took the prize.
Reacting to the given decision by Henry, Titans fans on X have reacted negatively. They tagged him as ‘fashion’ player who is making a ceremony before putting an end to his career. Making a scathing attack on the arrangements of the press conference, the song and dance- Titans found it to be a ceremonial exit.
Throwing an open challenge at Henry’s decision about his career, one of the Titan said, “I expect Henry wants to finish his career in Baltimore, and then we will retire as a Titan.”
At 31- years, his career has much to offer him. In 2024, Henry achieved the second most rushing yard. He was a tough competitor to the Raven’s Super Bowl ambitions in 2025. He is also the higher scorer with 16 touch-downs.
Well it is said that his 8-year run with Tennessee shall get him into the Hall of Fame. Derrick Henry has been unstoppable in his career. His past victories against the Buffalo Bills and a touchdown in 35-10 shall be remembered forever.
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