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Derrick Henry, 32, Rules Out Retirement, Chases Smith Record

7/31/2026

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Ravens running back Derrick Henry, 32, says he is not contemplating retirement as he starts his 11th season.
He has 13,018 career rushing yards and needs 6,236 more to pass Emmitt Smith, with only four backs 32+ having logged 1,000-yard seasons since 2000.
Coach Jesse Minter and teammate Ronnie Stanley said Henry’s reps may be limited to keep him fresh and he can keep playing if he loves the game.

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Ravens running back Derrick Henry, 32, says he is not contemplating retirement as he starts his 11th season.
He has 13,018 career rushing yards and needs 6,236 more to pass Emmitt Smith, with only four backs 32+ having logged 1,000-yard seasons since 2000.
Coach Jesse Minter and teammate Ronnie Stanley said Henry’s reps may be limited to keep him fresh and he can keep playing if he loves the game.