Ravens RB Derrick Henry: Veteran rejects trade rumors after fourth straight loss
The running back insists he is staying in Baltimore while the team fights to salvage its season following a 33-10 defeat to Jacksonville.
By Simon Bennett ·
The Baltimore Ravens are currently four games behind the division leader in the AFC North. Running back Derrick Henry has publicly dismissed speculation that he will be traded before the NFL's Tuesday deadline.
The team lost 33-10 to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night, extending a four-game skid that followed a 4-1 start. This slide has placed the Ravens last in their division, trailing the Pittsburgh Steelers by 2.5 games.
Henry spoke to the media after the game to address the noise surrounding his future with the franchise. He stated, “I’m not mentioning me going anywhere else.” He added that the group needs to “go back to work, try to get better and turn this around.”
The Ravens face internal challenges beyond the offensive line, as quarterback Lamar Jackson is dealing with an injury. The team recently acquired veteran Jacoby Brissett to provide depth at the position.
Analysts suggest that moving Henry could yield high draft capital if the Ravens choose to pivot toward a future rebuild. The running back moved into seventh place on the NFL's all-time rushing list during Thursday's contest.
Baltimore would likely demand substantial compensation for the veteran, who is now a target for playoff contenders seeking a reliable offensive weapon. Henry remains focused on helping the team end its current losing streak.
