It was week five of the 2024 season. Bengals vs Ravens. A nail-biting game that went into overtime and there came the Ravens’ running back. He delivered a 51-yard run that set up the game-winning field goal. The Ravens won that game with 41-38. Who was the man that won it for the Ravens? It was indeed Derrick Henry.
No wonder this guy is known as King Henry. Thanks to his giant stature, people like to call him by this name. To be fair, he’s not only earned his fans’ love but also a good amount of wealth through his sheer game.
What is Derrick Henry’s net worth?
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Derrick’s net worth could be around a cool $12 million. But it’s quite hard to say an exact number, as his net worth is not officially known. King Henry gained most of it through his stint at the Titans. He managed to get a $50 million deal with $12.5 million guaranteed money. These deals are just one part of his net worth while another factor is his brand value.
So far, Derrick Henry has teamed up with some big brands. He kicked things off with Nike, then added Pepsi, Dr. Teal’s Epsom Salts, and Champs Sports to his roster. He even did a promo with Old Spice for their Sweat Defense antiperspirant and deodorant. Pretty impressive for any running back, right? But Derrick’s story doesn’t end there—he’s all about giving back. He’s involved with Boys & Girls Clubs and Habitat for Humanity and started the Two All Foundation to support young people. Talk about making a difference! That’s what a good NFL deal can secure—your financials.
What is King Henry’s salary?
Henry’s got himself a sweet deal with the Ravens. He signed a 2-year contract with Ravens, worth $16 million. This includes a handsome $7.79 million signing bonus and $9 million guaranteed. This makes his average annual salary $8 million. In the 2025 season, Henry will pocket a base salary of $6 million and a $1 million roster bonus. All this while carrying a cap hit of $12.895 million and a dead cap value of $3.895 million. Along with this, the performance-based incentives are quite interesting as well.
BREAKING: Ravens signing RB Derrick Henry to two-year, $16 million deal worth up to $20M with $9M guaranteed. (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/rzuT3vPNWy
— NFL (@NFL) March 12, 2024
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If he manages to hit 1,200 rush yards, he’ll get an extra $500,000, with another half a million if he reaches 1,500 rush yards. Scoring 13 total touchdowns will make him another $500,000. There’s more to it. If he scores 15 total touchdowns, another $500,000 is coming his way. Plus, if he rushes for 1000 yards and his team wins the Super Bowl, that’s yet another $500,000 in his bank. This massive paycheck can grow more, depending on his contract tenure and conditions.
How long is Derrick Henry’s contract?
Derrick’s current contract with the Ravens, which he signed in 2024, lasts for two years. Oh, and we’re in the last year of it already. Before joining the Ravens, he was with the Tennessee Titans. He joined them back in 2020 and stayed there for 4 years. Henry’s record there was pretty good. His record of 2,027 rushing yards in the 2020 season was his standout achievement. It made him one of only eight players in NFL history to surpass the 2,000-yard mark. If you’re getting records like these, your stocks are going high for sure.
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Even if you look at his recent performances, he’s killing it. In the Wild Card Round against the Pittsburgh Steelers, he had 186 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Derrick also had 135 rushing yards in his last four games. But now he’s to tackle the Bills in the NFC North. The good part is the recent face-off. In the last regular season game, the Ravens dominated the Bills. They won with a hefty 35-10 scoreline. Now with the overall record of 7-5 in favor of the Ravens, it is going to help them in this upcoming contest.
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