Analyzing the Case of Derrick Henry: Why a drop off is expected

Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images Running back Derrick Henry has not only been a beast, but also has been the main reason for the Tennessee Titan's success over the past 3 seasons. He has established himself as the best and most consistent running back in the NFL, missing just one game of the last 36, while leading the NFL in both rushing yards and rushing touchdowns for 2 years in a row now. Henry’s ability to run the ball allowed the Titans to deploy a masterful play-action passing game (Tennessee led the league in play-action passes% with 35.8%, by far the most) led by reinvigorated quarterback Ryan Tannehill, who takes advantage of the stacked boxes and the advantageous matchups left on the perimeter. Derrick Henry is the reason why the Titans have suddenly become an elite offense and the only threat to the Colts in the AFC South.

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