According to recent rumors swirling around the NFL, former NFL players and anonymous general managers, Derrick Henry might be on the trading block. One report from “Sports Illustrated” (https://www.si.com/nfl/2021/04/22/eagles-derrick-henry-trade-rumor-nfl-free-agency) suggests that the Philadelphia Eagles are interested in making a trade for the Tennessee Titans’ running back, but it remains unclear if this trade will come to fruition.
Other reports, including one from Bleacher Report (https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10002508-nfl-exec-titans-derrick-henry-perfect-trade-deadline-candidate-to-get-most-value), point out that while there has been talk of an offseason trade involving Henry, some general managers believe that the Titans should keep him, given his value to the team. Nevertheless, rumors persist, with “Sportskeeda” (https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-nfl-trade-rumors-eagles-planning-blockbuster-derrick-henry-move-philly-aims-super-bowl-repeat) suggesting that the Eagles are planning a “blockbuster” move for Henry during the NFL draft, which begins on Thursday, April 27.
Still, it’s worth noting that such rumors are nothing new in the world of professional football. As “The Spun” (https://thespun.com/nfl/afc-south/tennessee-titans/former-nfl-player-claims-derrick-henry-will-be-traded-to-nfc-power) points out, Henry has been referred to as the “pillar” of the Titans’ offense and a player that the team built their strategy around. While it’s certainly possible that Henry could be traded, it remains to be seen whether these trade rumors have any merit.
Regardless of whether these rumors turn into reality, there’s no denying that Derrick Henry is one of the most talented players in the NFL. As “Heavy.com” (https://heavy.com/sports/philadelphia-eagles/derrick-henry-trade-rumors-eagles/) notes, Henry was named NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 2019 and has rushed for over 2,000 yards in each of the past two seasons. That kind of talent is sure to make any team sit up and take notice, including the Eagles, who could certainly use a boost on the ground.
All of this is to say that while the trade rumors surrounding Derrick Henry may be interesting to follow, it’s important to take them with a grain of salt. Until there’s official word from either the Eagles or the Titans (or any other team that might be interested in trading for Henry), it’s all just speculation. Nevertheless, there’s no denying that Henry is one of the most exciting players in the NFL, and it will be interesting to see how his career unfolds in the coming seasons.
