Sorry, Baltimore: The Steelers know exactly how to stop Derrick Henry

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27 October 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) runs with the ball as Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) pursues during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

27 October 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) runs with the ball as Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) pursues during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

King Henry may rule in Baltimore, but he has bowed several times to the impressive display of determination and resilience that the Steel City represents. The Pittsburgh Steelers have faced a Derrick Henry-led offense three times during his career — in 2017, 2020 and 2023 — and won each time.

In 2017, the Pittsburgh defense limited Henry to 32 rushing yards on 7 attempts. In 2020 — a season many consider one of the best by a running back — Henry averaged 5.4 yards per carry. carried on 378 attempts, ran for 2,027 yards and scored 17 rushing touchdowns. Steelers again tamed the King in their Week 7 matchup with the Titans, holding him to just 75 yards on 20 attempts. When the teams met again in 2023, Pittsburgh held Henry to the same 75 rushing yards.

The Baltimore-based King is one of the greatest running backs of his era, but his lack of production speaks volumes for HC Mike Tomlin’s ability to scheme effectively and prevent him from taking over the game. While Henry is an elite player in the NFL, make no mistake: like the Baltimore Ravens over the last couple of seasons, Pittsburgh will have his number again in Week 11.

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