His legendary status at Alabama continues to grow.
According to an article from Jim Wyatt, senior writer for the Tennessee Titans, Derrick Henry was named the Alabama Pro Athlete of the Year on Sunday via Alabama Sports Writers Association. The honor comes on the heels of his best season in the National Football League, as he totaled 1,540 yards rushing with 16 touchdowns on 303 carries.
“It is an honor to be named the Alabama Pro Athlete of the Year by the Alabama Sports Writers Association,” Henry said in the article. “The time I spent playing football for Coach (Nick) Saban and the Crimson Tide were some of the best of my life, and I will always cherish my teammates, coaches and the fans who made my career at Alabama so memorable.