Derrick Henry, the NFL running back, has officially joined the Baltimore Ravens, signing a two-year deal with the AFC North champions, despite the lack of interest from the Dallas Cowboys.
In a recent interview on The Pivot podcast, Henry expressed his desire to join the Ravens, citing the organization’s history and his conversation with former Ravens player Ray Lewis at the Pro Bowl as influential factors. Surprisingly, Henry revealed that the Cowboys showed no interest in signing him, despite him residing in Dallas. He expressed his disappointment over the lack of communication from the Cowboys, stating that he had expected some form of contact given his credentials.
Despite his initial hopes of playing for the Cowboys, Henry is now fully focused on his tenure with the Ravens. With a track record of surpassing 1,000 rushing yards in five of the last six seasons, Henry aims to continue his success with the Ravens, aspiring to become the team’s first running back since Mark Ingram in 2019 to achieve this milestone. Teaming up with quarterback Lamar Jackson, Henry aims to revitalize the Ravens’ offense.
Henry is impressed by the Ravens’ hunger and determination, particularly after their recent close defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs. He sees himself as a valuable addition to a team with high aspirations, eager to contribute to their Super Bowl pursuit.
His addition to the Ravens is expected to bolster their offense and enhance their chances of reaching the Super Bowl, a goal the team hasn’t achieved since 2012. With Henry’s versatile rushing abilities complementing Jackson’s mobility, the Ravens are poised to form a formidable offensive duo.
