This weekend is set to be a huge one for the Tennessee Titans. As with any fracture, the quicker you return, the . According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Titans are expecting Henry to come back this season, with a return timeframe of six to 10 weeks. Henry, who . Sadly, Dontrell Hilliard might be more fantasy-viable than Henry in the NFL playoffs. Titans running back Derrick Henry hasn't played since breaking his foot on October 31, but he may be back before the season is over. Henry, who . Henry must be activated within three weeks, or he will be ineligible to return at all. So if Hendrickson can't go Saturday, the Bengals will have a very tough time getting after QB Ryan Tannehill at a time when the Titans might be the healthiest and strongest they've been all season with both A.J. Henry was doing individual work Monday and the team announced Wednesday that it was opening his . What should you do? After locking up the top spot in the AFC, the Titans are getting the league's top rusher back at a full strength. Henry gets the benefit of the Titans earning that first round bye to rest up even more. In early . Titans running back Derrick Henry's rehab is putting him on track to return for the playoffs, if Tennessee qualifies, or potentially even Week 18, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. 1.9k. The King has returned. Thread starter Hack; Start date Dec 23, 2021; Hack Well-Known Member. Running back Derrick Henry is expected back at practice on Wednesday as the Titans open preparations for their Week 18 matchup against the Houston Texans, per Dianna Russini. . 22 Derrick Henry. However, the Titans locked up their division, earned a playoff spot, and now have a healthy Henry just in time for the playoffs. Still, Tennessee is close to locking up the AFC's No. The Tennessee Titans, who used an NFL-high 91 players for the most ever in a non-strike season, clinched their first No. Dr. Jesse tackles the discussion about whether or not Derrick Henry can and should be back in time to use him for the fantasy playoffs. Henry could be at full strength, in shape and with fresh legs come playoffs. 10 TD. What should you do? / Andrew Nelles / Tennessean.com / USA A couple of featured running backs are returning in time for . Happy to see that King Henry is about to make a damn miraculous return here.This is a clip from The Pat McAfee Show live from Noon-3PM EST Mon-Fri.If you are. Once he returns, a well-rested Derrick Henry is a dangerous man in the postseason. With many professionals saying eight weeks was likely the minimum, Week 17 would be the ninth week. Henry is a key . Dr. Jesse tackles the discussion about whether or not Derrick Henry can and should be back in time to use him for the fantasy playoffs. The Titans will look for Henry to get acclimated running the ball again in . Gold Member. For as well as Foreman played in Henry's stead, he will go back to being a pure breather back, only playing when Henry is tired. Reactions: Wishnitwas1998 and will134. 1 seed since 2008 and third overall. Henry is a key . Brown and Julio Jones looking fully back and, of course, RB Derrick Henry will be making his grand return. Hilliard has been the preferred passing-down back ahead of Foreman. Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders broke his hand back on December 26th, but the team expects him to be back for their Wild Card matchup against the Tampa Bay . The Titans' star running back hasn't seen game action since Oct. 31. More than a month after breaking his foot, #Titans star Derrick Henry is on track to return by the playoffs — or sooner. Look out. NFL world reacts to Derrick Henry update. Dr. Morse gives you his thoughts. Rapoport originally reported there was a six to 10 week timetable for return for Henry. It was reported by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that Titans running back Derrick Henry is on track to return to the team by the start of the playoffs or perhaps even sooner. You don't have to be a Titans fan to be excited about a potential Derrick Henry return. Fantasy football king Derrick Henry injured his foot in Week 10 and could be out for the rest of the season. On track for another stellar season, Henry has gained 937 yards in eight games, including the last one on a broken foot.. AFC defenders, beware: the best running back in the NFL is making his return just in time for the playoffs. Derrick Henry injury timeline — Oct. 31: Henry suffers an apparent foot injury against the Colts. The Tennessee Titans were largely expected to have an arduous season once Derrick Henry hit the sidelines due to a foot injury. The best running back in the NFL has not . 4.3 AVG. Vol Kilmer Well-Known Member. "Derrick Henry, it sounds like, maybe even gets back for Week 18, a chance to knock off some of the rust before they get into the playoffs after his significant foot injury that he had earlier on. The stud RB broke the fifth metatarsal in his foot on Nov. 2 and has been out . It's Derrick Henry's birthday today, and the 27-year-old should get the gift he's wanted all year with the playoffs just around the corner. T he Tennessee Titans (11-5) will not activate Derrick Henry for Week 18 against the Houston Texans, but will make his return for the playoffs, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The NFL suffered a massive loss when back-to-back rushing champion Derrick Henry went down with a potential season-ending foot injury back in week 8, during a victory over the Indianapolis Colts. In late October, Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry suffered a foot injury that required immediate medical attention. At best, Henry returns towards the end of the season just in time to save the Tennessee . [Rapoport] Titans star running back Derrick Henry on track to return by playoffs or sooner, from @RapSheet. Titans head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Henry was to . That would put Henry on pace to return around Weeks 14-16. They can still coast to the playoffs if the Colts don't surpass them. The Tennessee Titans have been somewhat of a surprise team in the second half of the 2021 NFL season. Close. Derrick Henry could return as soon as Week 18. 1 seed in the NFL playoffs.Mike Vrabel makes a solid case to win the Coach of the Year Award. The Titans have moved . By James Dator Nov 2, 2021, 7:00am EDT 1 seed in the AFC for the NFL playoffs, which is quite the accomplishment given that they lost star running back Derrick Henry to a broken . The Tennessee Titans have moved a step closer to having the 2020 AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year back, opening the 21-day window Wednesday for Derrick Henry to start practicing. Titans' Derrick Henry expected back for playoffs; All-Pro RB has missed past two months following foot surgery Henry's return could fuel a postseason run for Tennessee By Jason La Canfora Jan 2,. Derrick Henry is back at practice, which is bad news for the rest of the NFL. Tennessee Titans fan Mohammed Khan gives running back Derrick Henry (22) a crown after a game. "We have some time to make that decision and we will evaluate . Dec 23, 2021 #1 Seems like it would greatly change the odds. Posted by. Titans become 'very dangerous' with Henry back. Derrick Henry won't be available for the Titans' regular-season finale against the Texans on Sunday, the team confirmed.. Henry returned to practice this week after he was designated for return . In late October, Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry suffered a foot injury that required immediate medical attention. It was possible for him to return in time for the playoffs, but no one was making any promises . The rest of the NFL is officially on notice now that Derrick Henry is back with the Tennessee Titans. NFL world reacts to Derrick Henry update. The Titans have designated Derrick Henry to return from IR, and having their most powerful weapon back just in time for the playoffs could very well push Tennessee into the Super Bowl conversation again. How Derrick Henry's injury affects the AFC playoff race The injury to Tennessee's star back could have major ripples through the conference. 1 FUM. Granted, if you are a fan of . So is Derrick Henry expected back for the playoffs? The Tennessee Titans are currently looking at the No. Tennessee Titans vice president of broadcasting and play-by-play announcer Mike Keith shares that there still 'way too early to tell' if running back Derrick Henry will be back for playoffs. The Titans could be getting All-Pro running back Derrick Henry back for their upcoming playoff run. Coach Mike . "Derrick Henry, it sounds like, maybe even gets back for Week 18 as a chance to knock off some rust before they get into the playoffs after his significant foot injury that he had earlier on this season," Pelissero said. Once he returns, a well-rested Derrick Henry is a dangerous man in the postseason. The Tennessee Titans have given fans a lot to cheer for this season, but this Saturday's playoff game against the . May 29, 2001 31,639 18,196 113. Check out the Titans Team Report sponsored by Academy . Tennessee still expects Henry to be back in time for the playoffs, a team source told ESPN. Henry is a game-changer for Tennessee's offense as the entire unit revolves . Derrick Henry's season with the Titans may not be over. HOUSTON -- The Tennessee Titans have declined to activate running back Derrick Henry for the regular-season finale against the Houston Texans on Sunday. Henry returning for the Titans' first postseason game is the plan, Ian . But Henry is back in the mix at practice, and he's expected to make his return . If they are to defeat the Houston Texans . Titans. Dec 12, 2021 at 10:08 am ET 1 min read The king is nearly back, and that means the Tennessee Titans will be more dangerous in the near future. From there they get Henry, Jones, and Brown back and can start attacking people. However, rushing Henry back from this injury could be detrimental. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported on Monday that the Titans expect to have Derrick Henry back for the playoffs. Henry broke his right foot in . "I think for Derrick having not been out there, I think . FILE - Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) is shown on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Indianapolis. After undergoing surgery, it was feared that his season may be done for. However, the Titans locked up their division, earned a playoff spot, and now have a healthy Henry just in time for the playoffs. The Tennessee Titans will not get star running back Derrick Henry back before the playoffs. 937 YDS. It's possible the star running back could practice this week and play in Week 18 . Looking ahead, the Tennessee Titans have a soft schedule ahead of them, so if they. The rest of the NFL is officially on notice now that Derrick Henry is back with the Tennessee Titans. The story of Jim and Dee, the elderly couple whose deaths show how COVID fatalities can go uncounted Russia says security talks with US, NATO to begin in January Initially floated last month, the. 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