Derrick Henry Nears Milestone with Seventh Season of 12 Rushing Touchdowns
As Derrick Henry approaches the milestone of his seventh season with 12 rushing touchdowns, his career continues to captivate fans and analysts alike. With 10 rushing touchdowns already this season, he only needs two more in the remaining four games. Achieving this feat will align him with the legendary LaDainian Tomlinson, the only running back to have seven seasons of 12 or more rushing touchdowns.
Derrick Henry’s Impressive Statistics
Currently, Henry is also on the brink of breaking into the top 10 of the all-time rushing yards list. He is just 291 yards shy of surpassing Hall of Famer Tony Dorsett, who amassed 12,739 yards during his career. This achievement not only showcases Henry’s prowess on the field but also highlights his potential to etch his name among the sport’s greats.
Possible Career Milestones
As Henry continues his remarkable career, several significant milestones are within reach:
- Current rushing touchdowns: 10
- Touchdowns needed for the seventh season of 12+: 2
- Rushing yards needed to surpass Tony Dorsett: 291
- Rushing yards needed to pass Eric Dickerson: 520
- Rushing yards needed to surpass Curtis Martin: 1,362
- Total yards needed for top five all-time (Adrian Peterson): 2,471
Looking to the Future
With his 32nd birthday approaching in just three weeks, many wonder how much longer Henry will perform at this elite level. If he maintains his current form, his passing of running legends like Dickerson and Martin may not be far-fetched.
Derrick Henry’s journey in the NFL is not just about individual brilliance; it’s about legacy. As he chases these milestones, every game presents an opportunity to solidify his place in football history.
