Derrick Henry's performance over the years has been nothing short of spectacular. Let’s break down his stats by year to understand his growth as a player.
2016: The Rookie Year
In his rookie season, Derrick Henry showcased flashes of his potential, though he shared the backfield with veteran DeMarco Murray. Here are his key stats:
- Games Played: 15
- Rushing Yards: 490
- Touchdowns: 5
- Average Yards per Carry: 4.2
2017: The Breakout Season
Henry began to take on a larger role in 2017, leading to a significant increase in his production:
- Games Played: 16
- Rushing Yards: 744
- Touchdowns: 5
- Average Yards per Carry: 4.2
2018: The Ascendancy Continues
In 2018, Henry truly emerged as a leading back, highlighted by a standout performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars:
- Games Played: 16
- Rushing Yards: 1,059
- Touchdowns: 12
- Average Yards per Carry: 5.1
2019: The Historic Campaign
The 2019 season was a historic one for Derrick Henry, as he led the NFL in rushing yards:
- Games Played: 15
- Rushing Yards: 1,540
- Touchdowns: 16
- Average Yards per Carry: 5.1
2020: The Record-Breaking Year
Henry's 2020 season was remarkable, as he became only the eighth player in NFL history to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season:
- Games Played: 16
- Rushing Yards: 2,027
- Touchdowns: 17
- Average Yards per Carry: 5.4
2021: Continued Excellence
Despite facing injuries, Henry still managed to make an impact in 2021:
- Games Played: 8
- Rushing Yards: 937
- Touchdowns: 10
- Average Yards per Carry: 4.3
2022: The Comeback Season
After recovering from injuries, Henry returned to form in 2022, demonstrating his resilience and skill:
- Games Played: 17
- Rushing Yards: 1,538
- Touchdowns: 13
- Average Yards per Carry: 4.7
