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In a remarkable recognition of both athletic greatness and societal influence, **Baltimore Ravens running back and Alabama Crimson Tide legend Derrick Henry** has been named to the **2025 TIME 100**, TIME Magazineโs annual list of the worldโs most influential people.
Known for his bruising running style, unmatched work ethic, and dominant performances on the football field, Henryโs selection to this prestigious list acknowledges not just his NFL achievements, but the broader legacy he’s built off the gridiron.
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### **A Football Titan**
Since being drafted in 2016 by the Tennessee Titans, Henry has crafted one of the most formidable careers for a running back in modern NFL history. He led the league in rushing yards and touchdowns multiple times, earning the nickname โKing Henryโ for his commanding presence.
After joining the **Baltimore Ravens** in 2024, Henry proved that his reign was far from over. His impact was immediate โ powering the Ravens offense, mentoring younger players, and helping guide the team deep into the playoffs. At 31, he continues to defy the aging curve typically associated with running backs, remaining one of the most feared and respected athletes in the game.
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### **Beyond the Stats: A Role Model**
What sets Derrick Henry apart โ and what TIME Magazine has honored โ is his influence beyond football.
Raised in Yulee, Florida, Henryโs journey from humble beginnings to NFL stardom has inspired millions. He has long used his platform to uplift others, especially youth from underserved communities. Through his **Two All Foundation**, he has funded educational programs, organized youth football camps, and provided scholarships to student-athletes across the country.
During the 2024 season, Henry also spearheaded a campaign to bring mental health resources to NFL locker rooms and high schools alike โ an effort that earned widespread praise for breaking stigmas and encouraging athletes to speak openly about mental wellness.
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### **A Lasting Legacy**
TIME Magazine editors praised Henry not just for his durability and dominance on the field, but for his humility, leadership, and unwavering commitment to giving back.
> โDerrick Henry is more than an athlete โ heโs a force for good. His journey reflects perseverance, grace, and power, and his influence reaches far beyond any end zone,โ TIME wrote in its official citation.
The honor places Henry in elite company โ past TIME 100 honorees have included presidents, Nobel laureates, scientists, entertainers, and sports icons. For Henry, itโs a moment that transcends touchdowns and trophies.
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### **Looking Ahead**
While his football story is still being written in Baltimore, Derrick Henry’s impact is already cemented. Whether it’s carrying the ball through defensive lines or carrying hope to communities in need, **King Henry’s reach continues to grow** โ not just as one of the NFL’s greats, but as one of the worldโs most influential people.
