Derrick Henry

Last year was another impressive year for Derrick Henry. He didn't show any signs of slowing down with 307 rushing attempts, 1.595 rushing yards, 16 total touchdowns, and an RB8 finish in fantasy points per game. Last year, among 49 qualifying backs, Henry ranked 16th in yards after contact per attempt and seventh in explosive run rate (per Fantasy Points Data). Henry won't contribute much in the passing game, but that's a given at this point. It doesn't crush his overall production, but it isn't there to help add to his weekly floor. Henry had five games last year as RB25 or lower in weekly fantasy scoring. I still want to invest in Henry as an RB1 again in 2026. If Lamar Jackson can bounce back, Henry could inch back closer to his 2024 production (RB4 in fantasy points per game). He's at worst a low-end RB1 with top-five upside.

Derrick Henry carried the ball 20 times for 126 yards in a 26-24 loss to the Steelers in Week 18.

Fantasy Impact

Henry was unable to corral his lone target in the contest. With the loss, the Ravens will miss the playoffs in a disappointing ending to the season. Henry finishes the year with 1,595 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns while appearing in all 17 games. He will remain a solid RB1 for fantasy purposes heading into the 2026 season.