The Tennessee Titans' season has no playoffs this year, but it was ruined by a 28-20 home win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, knocking them out of the playoffs.
But it was a bittersweet ending, especially for one player, Titans star running back Derrick Henry.
Henry was very likely playing his last game with the Titans after eight seasons. He is set to become a free agent now that the University of Tennessee's 2023 regular season has concluded.
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Derrick Henry (22) of the Tennessee Titans runs for a touchdown with the ball during the second quarter of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on January 7, 2024 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. (Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
Of course, the Titans could sign Henry to another contract if they wish, but his actions after the game indicated an expected decision to find another home in the NFL.
Henry was given a microphone to address the Titans fans in the stands and saluted them all.
“To all the Titans fans, I want to say thank you for the best eight years of my life,” he said. “We've had our ups and downs, but you've put up with everything. Even through adversity, you've watched me grow as a person and a player, and you've always supported me. I love you all, and I love watching you play. I love” [No.] There are 22 people in the stadium. I hope I can be an inspiration to your children and your community. Thank you very much everyone. ”
“God is good and the Titans are rising, baby!”
Derrick Henry (22) of the Tennessee Titans carries the ball during the second half of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on January 7, 2024 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. (Justin Ford/Getty Images)
If this was Henry's last game in a Titans uniform, it was quite a send-off.
“King Henry” led the Titans' offense Sunday with 153 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries in a punishing game in a place where Henry has long been in the league.
Henry finished the season with 1,167 yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground, marking the fifth of the past six seasons in which he rushed for more than 1,000 yards.
Derrick Henry, 22, of the Tennessee Titans runs off the field after a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium on January 7, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
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Where Henry will go next in the NFL is anyone's guess, but perhaps the 30-year-old is looking for a Super Bowl contender as he hopes to earn a ring in his impressive career as a four-time Pro Bowler. There will be. This point.
