Derrick Henry's Future In The NFL + How Close He Was To Being Traded From The Tennessee Titans

Recorded: January 8th 2024 | In this week's episode we sit down with not only one of the boys but also the King, Derrick Henry. Derrick and the Titans just finished up their season and there are a lot of question marks surrounding Derrick's future with the team. So where else would he want to talk about his future than with the boys.
Derrick and the guys first get into a lot of reminiscing from the last couple years on the team including times from Will was on the team. They talk about their run's that they had in 2019 and 2020. The game they had in Baltimore and how wild the atmosphere was, the game they had in Kansas City where Mahomes had that crazy run going into halftime. Some of the stories that the guys tell really just give you that vibe of a couple of old guys just reflecting on the good ole days.
Following the reflection period, Will and Taylor ask him the question that everybody wants to know, what does the future look like for Derrick Henry? Derrick doesn't necessarily have an answer for that question. The biggest thing he was harping on was that he wants to win a Super Bowl and he isn't sure if that's a possibility with Tennessee. Derrick also gives us a glimpse into the crazy time period when everyone thought he was going to get traded. Overall, it's a great convo with a lot of reflection on some good times as well as looking to the times ahead. Enjoy fellas!
TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
2:47 Nashville Snow Day
10:40 Erika Nardini Steps Away From Barstool
16:49 Wild, Wild Card Weekend
22:36 The Boys Give The Blueprint On How To Win A Super Bowl
29:53 Divisional Round Predictions
45:25 Coach Compton vs Coach Taylor?
51:40 Mitch Might Get Fired
1:00:30 The Return Of…
1:11:41 DERRICK HENRY INTERVIEW STARTS
1:12:24 Derrick’s Alabama vs Taylor’s Michigan
1:21:33 Derrick’s Thoughts On Vrabel’s firing
1:27:25 The Boys Reminisce
1:38:27 How Close Was Derrick To Getting Traded?
1:46:55 The Closing Of The Book
2:07:56 Would The King Take Anything Back?
2:12:08 Where Did He Want To Get Drafted?
2:19:19 Where Will The King’s Reign Continue?
2:25:34 Put Some Respect On Derrick’s Fashion
2:31:05 Taylor’s Skinny Man Diet
2:33:56 The Boys React To Another Fallen Soldier
2:36:44 Derrick’s Playoff Predictions
2:44:34 Favorite Moment As A Titan/Favorite Teammates
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[@AirRaid1196]

This was a sad pod. As a Titans fan, seeing we were so close during this window. And seeing the guys, especially Derrick really feel and say it out loud really hurts. If you're reading this King Henry, THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING. You and this generation of Titans really brought me some good times and I'm forever grateful

[@coolndre8462]

Couldn’t put it better

[@jcdm777]

Amen to that

[@DjTj400]

Taylor’s playoff picks were spot on. He nailed every single game and called out how it would go down. “Flacco gives it up” “Stroud is really that dude” “Dallas doesn’t have it strategically, way better team” Etc; He even called Lions/Rams being the best game of the weekend.👏

[@rafaelwinston1458]

Even a blind squirrel finds a nut sometimes!

[@szn1580]

Facts haha

[@4bidden1]

Man what

[@jty-rr8vh]

just want to take the time to thank Derrick for all that he has given to the Titans. I am a titans fan and bama alum, and derrick is my favorite player. Selfishly I want derrick to remain in a titans jersey but if he goes anywhere else, I want him to get a ring cuz he deserves it, also shoutout to taylor and will, when y'all were on the team, it truly felt like the golden era of titans football in my lifetime.

[@zackhayes1268]

I didn’t get to go there but I’m a life long bama fan that lives in Tennessee and a lifelong titans fan too …. when we drafted Derrick that was a holy shit moment 😂 I still remember where I was when it happened

[@simsfann2129]

Like 30 minute into Derricks interview. The core memories being revisited and talking about the true Titans/Vrabel culture has been incredible to listen to. But man watching Derrick in this headspace and with this demeanor is so heartwarming as a fan who has watched every one of his pressers the last two years

[@seize3]

I'm not even a Titans fan but hearing Derrick reminisce about his time with the team hits me in the feels 😢 "part of the journey is the end"

[@aspynbutzler1309]

The improvement Taylor has made reading ads needs to be a 30 for 30. Tier 1s remember the struggle and secretly miss it

[@dmats6]

I say this every week ! It’s the story every wolf needs to hear 😂

[@ant8lav779]

Reliving the 2019 playoff run give me straight chills⚔️

[@la_kooljgaming]

Am I the only one drunk on KZbin watching King Henry highlights!?? THANK YOU SO MUCH!! its a bitter sweet ending because i know you will go on and rock the NFL and do amazing things!! Just sad it will not be in TWO TONE BLUE. Love you DH. I will always be a fan NO matter where you go!!

[@crazyco95]

This was much needed. We all know he's moving on. It's always great hearing him talk so openly. Always an honest and personable dude. Truly the king.

[@averygaming8707]

Hell of a career for my favorite RB1 Derrick Henry

[@adamweber1545]

He’s far from done.

[@johncusack7152]

@@adamweber1545 he actually retires at the end of the interview

[@loganwaldner156]

@@johncusack7152you a troll😂

[@mazphamm]

Lamar and King Henry will be a sight to see next season, can't wait

[@GhabCeoJTSnow]

Once again Derrick Henry’s durability is extremely underrated he is hands down a HOFer

[@epicsausage25]

This pod made me cry. Brings up my high school football memories. Derrick is also such a legend and great dude.

[@christianwhite3619]

I felt the chemistry between all three of the boys in this pod. When they talked about getting chills I got chills bc I remember everything about that season. Man what a great pod.

[@titanman9000]

The end of an era! Thanks for the fun times Derrick , lewan and Compton. henry was a huge boost to the titans entire history. an amazing runningback

[@wyotech56]

Well that's the 4th time I've cried about the King! Go get that ring Derrick!!

[@BrandonTilley724]

Just want to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart for those great seasons that all Titans fans are extremely proud of. Derrick, you are the MAN. Thank you for all your great years for my Titans, you literally put the Titans on the map. I wish youd come back but i also want you to go get a chip brother! #TITANUP!

[@aidanj6387]

Great episode with Henry and I think it’s selfish for wanting to Henry to come back to the team knowing the current situation, and how he wants a ring so bad. But man he is the identity of the team, and im telling you it won’t ever be the same and not seeing him as the 3 down workhorse out of the backfield. How he’s impacted this organization is truly remarkable.

[@adamweber1545]

I am going to miss him as a Titan, but he’s better off to go play for a team that has one of top OLs in the NFL. And I will continue to be fan of King Henry where ever he may go.

[@Realpatspray]

Nothin but love for Henry.

[@pgomez7991]

I’m just a kid from california who was born in Mexico and Derrick Henry is one of the only reasons why I love watching football. Thank you for all that you’ve given to the fans that love the game. First ballot no doubt

[@GuyBoo87]

That 2019 Titans team was special. That run leading up to the AFC Title game was fun to watch!

[@stephenday2063]

Derrick is so humble man. Love the dude.

[@Alan_Kress]

Much love to King Henry. He deserves the best in his last chapter of his career whether it’s with TN or with another team. I hope he finishes out in Nashville. If not, I’ll wear his Titans jersey and support him in any championship game he sees. Titan Up baby ⚔️

[@Boog931]

I thank you for all you did Derrick, if you do end up elsewhere. Crazy listening to yall reminisce. As a fan, great times.

[@Deezlrow]

This was awesome. Thank you guys

[@jeremiahunderwood2855]

Man you teased a big guest last week and it came in huge. Big time stuff coming. Can’t wait! Gonna be a great show!

[@HiwaTuaau]

Derrick. Thank you for all you’ve done for us. I will always cherish the memories of watching you three boys on our team with my late father in law. Titan up!!!!!!!! Wish I could go back to those years in that window

[@douglasgodbehere2115]

Every week these boys crush it. Thank you boys for all that you do.

[@andrewzachman4639]

Got introduced to the bus when yall had 200k.. the growth is beautiful bois

[@mattsean6164]

This was one of the best interviews I've ever listened to. Just guys talkin ball. Love DH hope he can get a ring somewhere - he deserves it!

[@kanemay19619]

Yearly Derrick Henry episode. Couldnt be better.

[@kylehensman4916]

Great episode boys 👏🏼

[@jeremiahunderwood2855]

The real ones are here for the whole show. Can’t wait for all the pre segments with the boys!

[@WesWimbo]

Derrick brought back that 99-00 feel to the Titans. Proud Titan fan would hate to see Derrick Leave but wish him the best. Thank you big fella 💪🏽

[@Michael-M-TitanUp-Oilers-Drip]

Please come back Henry Return of the king!

[@lucaotto6]

Derrick knocking on wood after thinking about what he’s saying is great. Just a great pod

[@J.dot_84]

Love when y'all watch things on your TV that the viewers can't see. Quality stuff!

[@Anthony-pr1cy]

Such a for the boys pod. Just some guys talking about the good days. Love it.

[@j_mero20]

As a Titans lifer, this episode was a treat! All the feels. Love the Boys. DH22 is goated 👑

[@brettboys5327]

Shoutout no free shoutout felt right! Glad it’s back bby. Luv the pod

[@jgoulet2127]

Always the best episodes

[@mutsa8]

Hell of an episode boys. Loved the 💐 from Jacky boy in there. 👑 Is such a cool humble dude. Wish him all the best on his next move. The Boys

[@Jpaulished]

Thank you Derrick. Favorite player ever. Best Titan ever

[@zacharydavis1932]

Man as a Titan fan, this was a great show and a fun walk down memory lane. Thanks to the Boys and King!

[@squeakystudios6278]

Yeah there's the dagger, I respect everything Derrick did for us, Good Luck King!

[@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078]

This was one of my favorite episodes ever!!

[@stoptheshow95]

Thank you for everything Derrick! Wherever you end up next season you're going to kill it!

[@goldensmitty]

Awesome episode. You can definitely tell the King is 100 comfortable with Will and Taylor. Its also always a great thing to see when the Great ones like KH are also so humble.

[@HiwaTuaau]

Biggest regret of my life is never getting to see you play in person as a Titan Derrick 😢😢😢 love you brother!!!

[@crazyco95]

"You don't really curse Mitch." I lost it XD

[@aidanj6387]

Listening to the pod Taylor nailed all them first round playoff predictions mannn

[@Horsley15]

Love you Derrick ❤ one of my favs 4L keep being great gang don’t forget us

[@joshbarthelemy9464]

Henry is huge!

[@joshbarthelemy9464]

And high as fuck!

[@Y0utubeCommentor]

Coop is such a wild card when you get him on the spot. Beautiful content. Definetly a nice addition to the cast. 3 completely random sports fits in the last 4 appearances as well. He's truly impossible to predict.

[@valentin1321]

These dudes killed it with their predictions. They got almost every game right.

[@cameronbrown9610]

Derrick definitely talking about the ravens

[@AJIV.11]

Need Derrick on more, love hearing his opinion on things and hearing a great one speak

[@lol_forgiven]

Love this man

[@robgullo4791]

Boys!!! I'm from the Philly area, huge Titans fan. Bought a ticket to my first game I'm Nashville, round 1 against bengals! You guys had that one!!!! All those fans kept yelling "Who Dey!!!" And when Derrick scored that td I started yelling "We dey!!!!" 😂😂 Then I sadly ate at Margaritaville with my wife and just went right to bed. You guys are the best, thanks for all those years!!! Come to Philly Derrick, I'll actually root for the birds if you go there. 😂😂

[@orlandob1227]

Damm my boy ain’t coming back to Tennessee. Derrick just know we love you wish you the best in health wealth and I hope you get that ring. The way you carried that ball on the field is the same way you carried yourself off the field. Class act most humble guy. Cemented in titans history. King Henry all love from one of your biggest fans. Forever TITAN UP!! 🥲🫡

[@ginadots]

End of an era.. Hail to the King.. RIP Titans

[@ajmiles505]

Boys, great pod as always. Miss these interviews! Been thinking bout this for a while but can y’all add a Picture in Picture in the corner of what y’all are watching on the TV for us to see with y’all? For example, the boys watching the ravens highlights. Keep up the good work!

[@alex-rd9xy]

They may not have rights, i remember pat mcafee had to buy rights from the nfl to show it

[@drez3615]

Taylor could not have said it better. Derrick made me love Titan Football. Thank you #22

[@jeannettedooley975]

Derrick Henry made me start watching football in my sixties . I never liked sports my husband was a sports nut. Pretty well known Sports Information Director . I watched second hand. But watching you with the Titans started me to actually respect the game. I just wish you the best son in your career . You deserve a superbowl ring 😆❤You are a King. You and Steve only players I ever felt kindship with!!!

[@j.williammix5566]

That was one of the best episodes EVER!

[@Royce_Black]

Thankyou Derrick for all the memories ❤ Titanup

[@jesusluna5416]

Oh my God such great memories, thank you boys all you did for the Titans.

[@jeremiahunderwood2855]

Good job, Mitch. That was a really funny twisted question.

[@CactuarJack007]

Definitely is the end of an era. Been a Titans fan man whole life and those ‘18-19-20 teams were my favorite. I’ve already got multiple King Henry jerseys and I’ll have to buy another one for whatever team he plays for next 🫡 Go get that ring

[@BrandonH33]

Get RAN ON!! RAN THE MAN

[@jacobfain6504]

That's my Running Back right there! We would love to have you back bruh but we can't be mad if you wanna better shot at a ring elsewhere. And shoutout to Taylor for holding the left side down when you did. Titan Up! ⚔️

[@cosmowyn]

Thanks for everything Derrick

[@mikemena2917]

I was at that Seattle game! What a game. Ima miss Henry forreal

[@CosmosArchives]

Nice cozy podcast ☃️

[@frankieharvey4237]

Such an amazing talent and person. Me and my almost 10 year old appreciate you Big Dawg!

[@shaunjax]

Henry is such a great guest! 🔥

[@zackgarringer8311]

We love you Derrick

[@Dylan_Bullard12]

Waiting all day

[@beastzombiekiller]

2:22:10 "I'm in the conversation with the greats that played here" King, you are in the conversations with the greatest to play EVER. We all know you got plenty of gas in the tank. Wherever you go titans fans will always be fans of YOU. We all were mad as hell when AJ clowned on us last year, but damn I'd be proud as hell to see you run for 250 on us

[@GroovyCam]

As a Texans fan, I absolutely love Derrick Henry

[@dylanschwartz8169]

Mitch throwing out his best twisted question every week was getting tough to watch and now it’s beyond comical!

[@awfulmaddenplays.8264]

👑 Henry interview I gotta say …Man as much as this made me smile it also made me sad as a Titan fan

[@bananaboi22]

We will miss you King. You just had that feeling how close and tight everyone who was drafted in those times played hard together. I think Henry should join the Lions because I have that same vibe from the old Titans. Dan Campbell seems like the players coach and everyone seems to respect and play their ass off for him. Proud to say these O-lineman Lewan, Safford, Jones, Conklin, Spain, Kelly, Davis, Klien were Titans clearing the way!!

[@jgourno]

Will always love u guys for 2019 we should have gone all the way

[@lakeshow_titan8645]

I’m going to miss the King!! We really were so close in 2019 to the bowl 😢😢

[@cmay6536]

This was was magical here on Monday. It’s Thursday and sucks

[@6thRanger]

Let’s get back to the morning drops boys, YOUR KILLING ME SMALLS. Go Ravens💜🖤

[@joshswenson7258]

Could not agree more. This six o clock shit needs to stop

[@tylerolson6505]

Personally love the late drop! Actually get to see the premier again

[@theodorebrittan7111]

I think its so they can film Tues during the day and react to Mondays playoff games cause all year they haven't been able to comment on Monday games cause they filmed during the day on Mondays.

[@kimhickey416]

Love the morning drop

[@jimmymadeit.1992]

you get what ya get.

[@blasteddelts2086]

No bs aside the way players love Compton, and the way he’s able to bring players together like Taylor said he was the glue in the locker room I think the boy would be a great coach

[@adamweber1545]

I wish Derrick Henry all the success in world where ever he may play football.

[@TnLawNerd]

My favorite player of all time #22 Derrick Henry ❤

[@rigogonzalez2941]

Bussin wit da Boyz x AYG is gonna be lit

[@TitanWEX]

Please stay in Nashville King Henry!!!! We love you!!!! TitanUp!

[@mikeraiola9621]

Video of will interviewing with dave for the ceo position would be Gold

[@Connorwright1212]

He basically said he isn’t coming back thank you for all you’ve done Derrick for the city and the team one of the 🐐 future hof

[@kyliemagitz2641]

I came just for Henry and I love how they told us to skip an hour 😅

[@ardenkey.]

thanks Derrick!

[@Trezent69]

bruh 2 titans legends and Will. Derrick will always be a Titan to me. Best of luck if he leaves!

[@jasontirjan8426]

I was there. We was live the whole game!!

[@yolondaphillips8554]

1:29:48 I am so glad Derrick brought up how they continuously let go of players when it seems as if we finally got “that” squad to take us to the championship! Pisses off most Titans fans and sadly it’s what we have come to expect of the Titans front office

[@eduardorivera2047]

There should be more podcast like these🔥🔥🔥

[@Mainemane]

There are, check out raw room