Ravens’ Derrick Henry hilariously savors proving media members wrong after SNF win
Ravens running back Derrick Henry enjoyed proving media critics wrong after Baltimore's overtime win over Atlanta, 30-23, on Sunday Night Football.
Derrick Henry Start or sit, Week 5
RB · Baltimore Ravens · #22
Final
21.0 pts
24 car, 102 yds · 1 rec, 18 yds, 1 TD
PPR scoring.
Status
- Depth chart
- RB #1
- Offense
- College
- Alabama
- Experience
- 11 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Atlanta Falcons
DFS salary
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Projection
18.5
Recent form
2026 season (6 games): 602 rush yds · 8 rec · 62 rec yds
- Wk 5@ ATLW 30-23102 rush yds, 1 rec, 18 rec yds, 1 rec TD18.5 pts
- Wk 4vs TENW 24-1873 rush yds, 1 rush TD, 2 rec, 6 rec yds14.9 pts
- Wk 3@ DALW 34-3189 rush yds, 2 rush TD, 1 rec21.4 pts
- Wk 2vs NOL 17-2468 rush yds, 1 rush TD, 3 rec, 19 rec yds16.2 pts
- Wk 1@ INDW 41-23144 rush yds, 3 rush TD, 1 rec, 19 rec yds34.8 pts
Season by season
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| 2026 · BAL | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · BAL | 16 | 0 | 1 |
Derrick Henry: quick answers
- Who does Derrick Henry play in week 5?
- Derrick Henry faces Atlanta Falcons with the Baltimore Ravens.
- Is Derrick Henry injured?
- Derrick Henry has no injury designation right now.
What's happening with Derrick Henry
Derrick Henry took satisfaction in silencing doubters after the Ravens' 30-23 overtime win over Atlanta on Sunday Night Football. Baltimore's veteran back leaned into the moment, relishing a chance to answer media criticism with a statement performance in a tight divisional-style road test.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
With Lamar Jackson out, Derrick Henry stepped up to help lead the Ravens to a Sunday night win, sharing quarterback duties with Tyler Huntley in Jackson's absence. On the other side, Falcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. struggled throughout the game as Atlanta fell short.
Source:Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Derrick Henry delivered a long-awaited explosive play Sunday night against Atlanta, snapping a scoring drought that had stretched nearly two years. With Lamar Jackson sidelined, Baltimore leaned on Henry alongside Tyler Huntley and Justice Hill to carry the offense, highlighting Henry's continued importance to the Ravens' run game in Jackson's absence.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Derrick Henry scored on an 18-yard touchdown run, helping the Ravens close the gap against Atlanta. The score brought Baltimore within two points, trailing 17-15 at the time. Henry continues to serve as a key part of the Ravens' offensive attack in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
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No reported updates on Derrick Henry or Bijan Robinson from this story, which centered on Falcons safety Jessie Bates' touchdown against the Ravens on Sunday Night Football.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Derrick Henry in our articles
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Latest Henry news
Snoop, King Henry pick up slack. Michael Penix struggles: SNF winners and losers
With Lamar Jackson sidelined, Derrick Henry and Tyler Huntley carried the Ravens to victory, while Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had a difficult outing on Sunday Night Football.
Sunday Night Football: Ravens come back to beat Falcons in OT, 30-23
The Ravens rallied to beat the Falcons 30-23 in overtime on Sunday Night Football, with Derrick Henry gaining 120 scrimmage yards and a touchdown while Michael Penix Jr. left late with a rib injury.
Ravens Derrick Henry ends nearly 2-year spell with big SNF play vs. Falcons
Derrick Henry made a big play on Sunday Night Football against Atlanta, snapping a nearly two-year drought, as Baltimore relied on Henry, Tyler Huntley and Justice Hill with Lamar Jackson out.
Derrick Henry 18-yard TD pulls Ravens closer, Falcons lead 17-15
Derrick Henry found the end zone on an 18-yard touchdown, pulling the Ravens within two points as the Falcons led 17-15.
Derrick Henry 18-yard TD pulls Ravens closer, Falcons lead 17-15
Ravens running back Derrick Henry scored on an 18-yard touchdown run, cutting Atlanta's lead to 17-15 over Baltimore.
Falcons’ Jessie Bates takes it to the house with bonkers SNF TD vs. Ravens
Falcons safety Jessie Bates scored a notable touchdown during Sunday Night Football against the Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Why Justice Hill Got Early Playing Time Over Derrick Henry in Falcons-Ravens
Derrick Henry left the field after just two offensive snaps for the Ravens in Atlanta, prompting Justice Hill to see early playing time against the Falcons.
- DFS
Derrick Henry Rushing Attempts Pick for Ravens vs. Falcons
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- Fantasy
Ravens vs. Falcons Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Sunday Night Football - Derrick Henry, Bijan Robinson, Zay Flowers, Mark Andrews, and more
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