I don’t really worry about Henry like I do other running backs who are 30 or so. After all, last season alone he totaled over 1,500 rushing yards. His production dipped a bit in 2023 — but that’s not entirely his fault, given poor quarterback and offensive line play at Tennessee. Henry has been a dominant force throughout his career, and he always proves difficult to play against given his 6-foot-3, 247-pound frame. Although he’s starting to slow down with age, he promises to be a huge asset on first and second downs as well as in short-yardage and goal-line situations. Its ability to weaken defenses should not be overlooked.
Some may prefer the reigning champion on the ground Josh Jacobs in this fifth place. Both players received heavy workloads over the course of their careers, but Henry became more reliable over time, never averaging less than 4.2 yards per carry in any given season. Jacobs, on the other hand, has fallen below 4.0 yards per carry twice, recording 3.9 in 2020 and a terrible 2.9 so far in 2023. If I had the choice, I’d take Henry .
