Derrick Henry has been the face of the Tennessee Titans franchise since joining the team. The former Alabama running back has made a career out of his physical running out of the backfield. However, the career of a running back isn't necessarily a long one. Running backs have to deal with the physical impact of nearly every play. So, the decision on when a team must decide to make a move at running back can sometimes be a difficult one. But for the Titans, that decision doesn't even seem to be on the radar.
Titans GM Ran Carthon spoke to the media recently on the rumors that the Titans could be dealing Henry. Carthon didn't waste any time with his response. The Titans GM says the team is not dealing Henry and have not received any calls for the All-Pro running back. According to Ari Meirov, Carthorn also shut down rumors of the team dealing other stars. "We also were apparently trading Jeffery Simmons at one point, and during that entire period, we were negotiating his deal."
Titans Not Ready To Move On From Derrick Henry
Henry hasn't given the team any reason to look at moving the former Pro Bowl running back. Last season, Henry carried the ball 349 times. Which is the second most carries in all of his career. Henry also rushed for over 1,500 yards and found the endzone on the ground 13 different times. The Titans offense will unquestionably involve a heavy dose of Henry during next season. But the team still will be looking to improve on the offensive side of the ball.
Even with Henry, the Titans failed to make the post-season last year. The Jaguars defeated the Titans in the regular season finale for the AFC South crown and the final playoff spot. The Jaguars are a young team who seemingly looks to be ahead of schedule. While the Titans window is quickly closing. Do you think the Titans should deal Derrick Henry? Give us your thoughts on the situation in our comment section. For the latest NFL news, keep it right here with HNHH.
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