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(NFL.com) Derrick Henry's Stock Rising
Posted on 11/30/15 at 1:07 pm
Posted on 11/30/15 at 1:07 pm
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Derrick Henry, Alabama, RB: Whenever a runner is capable of toting the rock 40-plus times in a rivalry game with playoff implications, NFL scouts won't question whether the runner has the strength, stamina and endurance to serve as a workhorse runner at the next level. In fact, scouts will recognize the runner for showing the grit and toughness needed to handle a heavy workload in an era where running backs make their contributions as role players in a two- or three-back rotation. Thus, Henry's 46-carry, 271-yard effort vs. Auburn should cement his status as one of the top running back prospects in college football. Measuring 6-foot-3, 242 pounds with 4.4 speed, Henry exhibits rare speed and quickness for a big back. He flashes the burst to turn the corner on outside runs, but also shows the acceleration to get to the second level on power runs between the tackles. Considering Henry also displays soft hands and adequate skills in the passing game, the Alabama standout is a unique three-down back with the physical tools to thrive as a feature back.
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Posted on 11/30/15 at 1:12 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
One of my favorite, and least appreciated aspects of Henry's game, is his pass protection. He straight fricks people up in pass pro.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 1:21 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
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Henry’s 978 yards after contact leads the country
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Henry’s 21 breakaway runs (of 15-plus yards) and the 646 yards gained on them are both second to Freeman, while his impressive total of 56 missed tackles forced trails only the 58 that Freeman and UCLA’s Paul Perkins have produced.
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His 3.81 yards after contact average, for example, has him tied for ninth in a category that Florida State’s Dalvin Cook leads with a 4.5 mark.
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Henry’s rushing grade of +23.9 is fifth, trailing McCaffrey, LSU’s Leonard Fournette, Utah’s Devontae Booker and Perkins. If only looking at games against Power-5 schools, Henry moves up to second, but still checks in behind McCaffrey’s comfortable lead.
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Posted on 11/30/15 at 1:23 pm to MagillaGuerilla
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Henry’s 978 yards after contact leads the country
HNGGG
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Henry’s 21 breakaway runs (of 15-plus yards) and the 646 yards gained on them are both second to Freeman, while his impressive total of 56 missed tackles forced trails only the 58 that Freeman and UCLA’s Paul Perkins have produced.
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His 3.81 yards after contact average, for example, has him tied for ninth in a category that Florida State’s Dalvin Cook leads with a 4.5 mark.
I'm glad Cook will be gone by the 2017 opener.
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Henry’s rushing grade of +23.9 is fifth, trailing McCaffrey, LSU’s Leonard Fournette, Utah’s Devontae Booker and Perkins. If only looking at games against Power-5 schools, Henry moves up to second, but still checks in behind McCaffrey’s comfortable lead.
Interesting. Worth noting that against Power 5 Teams McCaffrey has played the worst rush defenses on average when compared to Henry, Fournette, Elliott, and Cook. Cook has played the best, while Henry comes in 2nd.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 2:30 pm to Patton
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He straight fricks people up in pass pro.
I think it was the opener against Wisconsin where he flat out stoned a blitzing LB our safety. Dude was coming full speed and was spotted child in his tracks.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 3:13 pm to Five0
Some Jabroni on tv just compared him to Brandon Jacobs. That comparison couldn't be more wrong.
I'm excited to see him in the NFL. Heard a ton of stories about his work ethic I'm sure he will do great.
Damn give it a few years and half the leagues rb's will be Bama guys.
If you are an elite rb why wouldn't you go to Alabama? That's as close as it gets to a sure thing.
I'm excited to see him in the NFL. Heard a ton of stories about his work ethic I'm sure he will do great.
Damn give it a few years and half the leagues rb's will be Bama guys.
If you are an elite rb why wouldn't you go to Alabama? That's as close as it gets to a sure thing.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 4:30 pm to hambone213
Love Henry....I've been hyping him since he was in a true freshman.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 4:49 pm to hambone213
Posted on 11/30/15 at 4:58 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
I'll be honest and say I was underwhelmed before this year. I thought he played smaller than his size for awhile, but he is now absolutely mauling people.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 5:02 pm to Five0
brooo I remember that...great block
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Posted on 11/30/15 at 5:35 pm to UAFanFromNOLA
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I'll be honest and say I was underwhelmed before this year. I thought he played smaller than his size for awhile, but he is now absolutely mauling people.
Same, and it was a fair assessment. He's improved a lot this season. Going into 2013 I wondered how good he would be. At Yulee he was bigger and faster than anyone else. Didn't know about his vision, wasn't sure he had many moves. Hes gotten better and better and this year he looks more like an elite RB than just an elite athlete playing RB, IMO.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 5:40 pm to Five0
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Some of that blocking I was talking about:
Stud. I love him
Posted on 11/30/15 at 7:09 pm to UAFanFromNOLA
quote:Me too.
I'll be honest and say I was underwhelmed before this year. I thought he played smaller than his size for awhile, but he is now absolutely mauling people.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 7:10 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
quote:Yeah. He was usually bigger than everyone on the DL and some of his own OL.
At Yulee he was bigger and faster than anyone else.
Posted on 11/30/15 at 9:44 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
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Same, and it was a fair assessment. He's improved a lot this season. Going into 2013 I wondered how good he would be. At Yulee he was bigger and faster than anyone else. Didn't know about his vision, wasn't sure he had many moves. Hes gotten better and better and this year he looks more like an elite RB than just an elite athlete playing RB, IMO.
Same he was my least favorite back compared to Ingram, Yeldon, Lacy, and Richardson. However, he has redeemed himself.
Posted on 12/1/15 at 1:24 am to Patton
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One of my favorite, and least appreciated aspects of Henry's game, is his pass protection. He straight fricks people up in pass pro.
First thing that came to my mind - they forgot how good he is in pass protection.
Posted on 12/1/15 at 4:36 am to UAFanFromNOLA
Really about the midway point of last year was when Henry started to see the light. He finished very strong in 2014.
Posted on 12/1/15 at 9:03 am to 3down10
It's a super valuable skill set for a NFL RB to have now a days. Being able to put what is essentially a FB level blocker standing next to a QB in shotgun while having the ability to run or catch a pass out of the backfield would make him a first rounder in my eyes.
Posted on 12/1/15 at 9:30 am to AllBamaDoesIsWin
To be so talented Derrick has had to prove the haters wrong every step along the way. I am happy to see him finally getting some proper attention.
Posted on 12/1/15 at 6:19 pm to 3down10
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One of my favorite, and least appreciated aspects of Henry's game, is his pass protection. He straight fricks people up in pass pro.
First thing that came to my mind - they forgot how good he is in pass protection.
Pro football focus has him ranked 108th in the nation at pass pro for RBs. Can't be correct.
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