Saskatchewan Roughriders Add Super Bowl Champion Running Back
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have made a significant addition to their roster, announcing the signing of former NFL running back Darrell Henderson Jr. The 28-year-old American brings extensive professional experience, having played 54 games over five seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, including a Super Bowl victory in 2021.
NFL Career and Super Bowl Success
Henderson was selected by the Rams in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft and spent his entire initial NFL tenure with the team until 2022. During his time in Los Angeles, he started 32 games, accumulating impressive statistics: 442 carries for 1,854 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns, along with 76 receptions for 577 yards and four touchdowns.
His crowning achievement came in Super Bowl LVI, where he contributed to the Rams' 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. In that championship game, Henderson carried the ball four times for seven yards and made three receptions for 43 yards, helping secure the franchise's second Super Bowl title.
Recent Career Path and Comeback Efforts
After being waived by the Rams in 2022, Henderson had a brief stint with the Jacksonville Jaguars before returning to Los Angeles in 2023. He hasn't played in the NFL since being waived a second time by the Rams later that year.
Recently, Henderson has been actively preparing for his return to professional football, sharing workout videos on social media with the hashtag "comeback" as he trains with his personal trainer. This demonstrates his commitment to returning to peak performance levels.
College Background and Accolades
Prior to his NFL career, the 5-foot-8, 208-pound running back played collegiately for the Memphis Tigers from 2016 to 2018. During his college career, Henderson amassed 3,545 rushing yards and 36 touchdowns in just 38 games.
His outstanding 2018 season earned him the prestigious Jim Brown Trophy, awarded to the nation's top running back, before he declared for the 2019 NFL draft.
Roughriders Running Back Depth
Henderson joins a Saskatchewan Roughriders backfield that already features veteran American running back A.J. Ouellette and Canadian Thomas Bertrand-Hudon. The team also has American Mario Anderson Jr. returning for his second season and recently added rookie American Peny Boone during the off-season.
This signing represents a strategic move by the Roughriders to add proven championship experience and offensive firepower to their roster as they prepare for the upcoming CFL season.
