Derrick Henry Dominates in Ravens' Victory with Historic 43-Yard Touchdown Run
Derrick Henry made a statement on his 31st birthday that will be remembered for years to come. In a thrilling showdown against the Cleveland Browns, the Ravens' powerhouse running back capped off a stellar performance with a stunning 43-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. The run not only sealed the Ravens’ victory but also etched his name further into NFL history.
Henry’s 43-yard scamper was a flawless display of his size, speed, and agility as he burst through the Browns’ defense, untouched, to score. As he crossed the goal line, the crowd erupted, and it felt like a perfect way to close out a year of milestones. The touchdown was Henry's second of the game, bringing his rushing total to 138 yards on the night. It was a dominant performance that helped the Ravens secure an AFC North division title and set the stage for their playoff run.
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But the 43-yard run wasn’t the only historic moment for Henry. With that touchdown, he tied NFL legend Jim Brown on the all-time career rushing touchdown list, both having 106 rushing touchdowns. This incredible feat places Henry in the top tier of NFL running backs, solidifying his place among the league's greats.
In addition to the touchdowns, Henry also set a record for the most rushing yards by a player who didn’t win the rushing title in that season. His 1,921 rushing yards this year surpassed Ahman Green’s previous record of 1,883 yards set in 2003. Although Henry didn’t win the rushing crown in 2024, his performance is undeniably one of the best the league has seen in recent memory.
It’s been a season full of accolades for Henry, who joined the Ravens this offseason after a stellar run with the Tennessee Titans. Not only did he reach the 10,000 and 11,000 career rushing yards marks earlier this season, but he also surpassed 100 total career touchdowns. As the Ravens prepare for the playoffs, Henry’s 2024 campaign only adds to his legacy and moves him closer to a potential future induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
As the Ravens now turn their attention to the postseason, there’s no question that Henry’s contributions have been vital to their success. Baltimore, sitting as the No. 3 seed, will face the No. 6 seed in the wild-card round, with hopes of making a deep playoff run. Henry’s performance against the Browns will be remembered not just for the touchdowns but for the way it encapsulated everything that makes him one of the most dominant players in the NFL today.
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