Childhood and Education Journey of Derrick Henry in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Derrick Henry, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Derrick Henry, nicknamed "King Henry," is a professional football running back currently playing for the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL. He is known for his powerful running style and impressive size. Remarkably, Henry is the only player to have achieved the feat of rushing for over 2,000 yards in a single season at the high school, college, and professional levels, highlighting his consistent success and dominance throughout his career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 4, 1994: Derrick Henry Born

On January 4, 1994, Derrick Lamar Henry Jr. was born. He would later become a professional football running back known for his imposing style of play.

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2010: Track and Field Participation

From 2010, Derrick Henry competed as a sprinter at Yulee High School.

2011: Personal Best in 100-Meter Dash

In 2011, Derrick Henry posted a personal-best time of 11.11 seconds in the 100-meter dash at the FHSAA 2A District 3 Championships.

September 28, 2012: Committed to Alabama

On September 28, 2012, Derrick Henry committed to the University of Alabama after originally committing to the University of Georgia.

2013: Attended University of Alabama

From 2013, Derrick Henry attended and played college football for the University of Alabama, majoring in communication.

2016: Relationship with Adrianna Rivas

Since 2016, Derrick Henry has been in a relationship with Adrianna Rivas. They have two daughters, Valentina and Celine.

May 4, 2018: Graduation and Tribune Article

On May 4, 2018, Derrick Henry graduated from the University of Alabama and published an article in The Players' Tribune thanking his late grandmother.

2018: Graduation from Alabama

In 2018, Derrick Henry graduated from the University of Alabama with a bachelor's degree in communications, fulfilling a promise to his late grandmother.

2018: Shopping Event for Teachers

In 2018, Derrick Henry hosted a shopping event for Metro Nashville Public School teachers.

November 2019: Welcome Sign in Yulee, Florida

In November 2019, Derrick Henry's hometown of Yulee, Florida, celebrated him with a welcome sign funded by local residents and businesses.

2019: Two All Foundation Founded

In 2019, Derrick Henry founded the Two All Foundation to help level the playing field for today's youth.

2019: Shopping Event for Teachers

In 2019, Derrick Henry hosted a shopping event for Metro Nashville Public School teachers.

2019: Christmas Gift with Pay Away the Layaway

In 2019, Derrick Henry partnered with Pay Away the Layaway to pay off 50 layaways totaling $10,000 at Burlington in the 100 Oaks Shopping Mall as a special Christmas gift for a few dozen families.

2020: Playing Style

In 2020, Derrick Henry accumulated 1,073 yards after contact and led the league in broken tackles with 34. His signature is the stiff-arm to repel defenders.

March 2021: Donation to Nashville Firefighter

In March 2021, Derrick Henry donated $10,000 to Nashville firefighter Jeremy Taylor and his family after they lost their home and belongings.

September 2021: Back-to-School Event with Boys & Girls Club

In September 2021, Derrick Henry partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee to host a back-to-school event, providing 5,000 backpacks with school supplies and $50 gift cards for 25 children in need, and taking those children on a shopping trip.

April 2022: Minority Owner of Nashville SC

In April 2022, Derrick Henry became a minority owner of Major League Soccer’s Nashville SC.

September 2023: Donation to Boys and Girls Club and Teachers

In September 2023, Derrick Henry purchased Nike shoes for 60 children from the Boys and Girls Club and provided backpacks and school supplies for 150 students in Metro Nashville. He also supported 39 first-year teachers by donating essential classroom supplies.

June 2024: First Carnival in Yulee

In June 2024, Derrick Henry hosted his first carnival in his hometown of Yulee, providing bikes and backpacks filled with school supplies to around 200 kids from the First Coast and later donated $1,500 to The Famous Fund.