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Derrick Henry Hits Historic Milestone in Ravens' Loss

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Parker Johnson | Last updated Jan 19, 2025 9:42 PM ET

It's no secret that Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry's stats get better as the game goes on.

The 32-year-old was one of the best late-game runners in the NFL all season. He led the league in yards after contact (746) and first downs (55) and tied for the most touchdowns (eight) in the second half of games during the regular season.

The bruising tailback is not just great at the end of games — he ranks among the best rushers at the end of the season as well.

Henry made NFL postseason history against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday by passing the milestone of 1,000 career postseason rushing yards, joining an exclusive group of players in the annals of playoff history.

In trademark fashion, Henry hit the milestone in the second half. He rumbled for 46 yards on the Ravens' first drive of the half, finishing with a touchdown to cut Baltimore's deficit to 21-19.

DERRICK HENRY CAPS OFF THE DRIVE WITH A TD

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During the drive, he climbed above legendary running backs Marshawn Lynch (970 yards) and John Riggins (996 yards) on the all-time postseason rushing list. On the following drive, he became the seventh running back in history to break the 1,000-yard mark in the playoffs.

The only other players to do it were Emmitt Smith, Franco Harris, Thurman Thomas, Tony Dorsett, Marcus Allen and Terrell Davis.

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Henry did a lot of the damage this postseason. His 26-carry, 186-yard performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the opening round was the third playoff game of his career with over 175 rushing yards.

His efforts were not enough to lead Baltimore to a win in Buffalo. He finished with 84 rushing yards in the 27-25 loss, leaving him at 1,002 postseason rushing yards for his career.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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