Is five pounds really a big deal?
#NFLCombine RB measurements
Heaviest: Derrick Henry (247 lbs)
Lightest: Tyler Ervin (192 lbs)— NFL Draft (@NFLDraft) February 24, 2016
Former Alabama running back and 2015 Heisman winner Derrick Henry arrived at Lucas Oil Stadium Tuesday for the annual NFL Scouting Combine. He was taken for measurements Wednesday and was a bit surprised at the results. The Doak Walker Award winner measured out at 6-foot-3, 247 pounds. Henry enrolled at Alabama in 2013 weighing 240 pounds, and stood at 242 pounds last season.
Derrick Henry was surprised at 247-lb weigh-in. "That will be down by tonight." Says he wants to play at 241, 242. pic.twitter.com/M4U4NHaHI0
— NFL Draft (@NFLDraft) February 24, 2016
Uncertainty behind him at running back forced Henry to put on some pounds, as he would be viewed as the “bell cow” in Lane Kiffin’s offense.
He became the first back in Southeastern Conference history to record 2,000 yards rushing in one season, amassing 2,219 yards and 28 touchdowns on 395 carries. Henry totaled nine 100-yard outings and four 200-yard rushing performances.
On-field drills for Henry will start on Friday as he intends to drop down to 241 pounds.
Stephen M. Smith is a senior analyst and columnist for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @ESPN_Future.
