Derrick Henry Set Up For Big Role In 2018
7 years agoWith Tennessee Titans veteran running back DeMarco Murray a candidate to be released this offseason, Derrick Henry figures to be in line for a heavy workload in 2018. Henry led the team with 744 yards rushing and five touchdowns last season, and he also had 11 receptions for 136 yards and a TD. General manager Jon Robinson is encouraged with what Henry can do with more work. “He is a bigger back as we all know, and has good speed in the open field. He is a guy who can get downhill, and he has the ability to pick and slide and get up in a crease. We are looking forward to him getting back, and working with him in the new offense. … He is obviously a little more acclimated to the pro game. I think he can be a guy we can hand the ball to, and throw it to," Robinson said. All signs point to Henry being the bell-cow back in 2018 in what should be an improved all-around offense. Target Henry as an RB1.
Source: Titans Online - Jim Wyatt
Source: Titans Online - Jim Wyatt