College Football Positional Preview: Running backs
By Josh Keatley
Jan 1, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Blake Sims (6) celebrates a touchdown with running back Derrick Henry (27) during the third quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2015 Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
8. Derrick Henry, Alabama Crimson Tide, 6-3, 242 lbs.: Early last season Henry struggled and this caused him to lose carries, but he really shined during the last four games with 400 yards rushing on an eight yard average. This will be Henry’s first opportunity as the lead back for Alabama, and if the momentum from last year carries he should be seen as a Heisman contender.
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