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Derrick Henry Dominates Again: 10 Jaw-Dropping Stats from Week 9 You Need to See!

Derrick Henry continues to shine, plus 10 more incredible stats from Week 9

Derrick Henry continues to shine as one of the NFL’s elite running backs, showcasing his remarkable skills during Week 9. With a standout performance, he rushed for 106 yards and scored two touchdowns in the Ravens’ commanding 41-10 victory over the Broncos. This achievement marks his 26th career game with two rushing touchdowns, placing him fourth in NFL history behind legends like LaDainian Tomlinson and Adrian Peterson.

Henry’s dominance on the field positions him to potentially join an exclusive group of players who have led the league in carries, rushing yards, yards per carry, and rushing touchdowns in the same season, a feat accomplished by only a few since the Super Bowl era began in 1966.

1. Lovin’ Lamar

Lamar Jackson also had an impressive outing, completing 16 of 19 passes for 280 yards and three touchdowns, achieving a perfect passer rating of 158.3. This was his fourth career game with such a rating, surpassing greats like Tom Brady and Peyton Manning.

Takeaway:

The Ravens are solidifying their status as serious Super Bowl contenders.

2. Josh Allen owns Miami

Josh Allen secured his 13th career win against Miami, thanks in part to Tyler Bass’s record-setting 61-yard field goal.

Takeaway:

The Bills are asserting dominance in the AFC East.

3. Captain Kirk continues to air it out

Kirk Cousins remains a top performer, ranking among the league leaders in passing yards and touchdowns. He has 41 games with three passing touchdowns since becoming a full-time starter.

Takeaway:

Cousins is positioning the Falcons as favorites in the NFC South.

4. Nix joins rare company

Bo Nix made headlines by becoming one of the few quarterbacks to achieve a receiving, rushing, and passing touchdown in his rookie season, a feat last seen with Marcus Mariota and Kordell Stewart.

Takeaway:

Nix is showing potential as a cornerstone for the Broncos.

5. Daniels leads red-hot Commanders

Jayden Daniels has been pivotal in the Commanders’ success, leading them to a 7-2 record and tying the franchise rookie record for touchdown passes in the first nine games.

Takeaway:

Daniels is a strong contender for Offensive Rookie of the Year.

6. Drake Maye continues to impress

Takeaway:

Maye is developing the skills needed to be a franchise quarterback.

7. Can’t stop Zay

Zay Flowers had a standout performance, recording 127 receiving yards and two touchdowns, further establishing himself as a key player for the Ravens.

Takeaway:

Flowers is emerging as a crucial asset for Baltimore’s Super Bowl aspirations.

8. Unique win for Panthers and rare loss for Saints

The Panthers snapped their home losing streak, while the Saints made history by losing a game despite outgaining their opponent and winning the turnover battle.

Takeaway:

The Saints need to regroup quickly to avoid further setbacks.

9. Career day for Kam Kinchens

Kam Kinchens made a significant impact with two interceptions, including a record-setting 103-yard pick-six, during the Rams’ overtime victory against the Seahawks.

Takeaway:

Kinchens is proving to be a valuable player for the Rams’ young defense.

10. Lions continue to cruise

The Detroit Lions are off to their best start since 1956, with Jared Goff leading the charge by completing over 82% of his passes during their six-game winning streak.

Takeaway:

The Lions are emerging as a formidable force in the NFC.

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Dave Gallo is a leading sports bettor and handicapper since 1999, known for his impressive 10-0 winning streaks. A journalism, advertising, and media studies major at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he combines his betting expertise with academic knowledge. Gallo's strong work ethic and passion for sports fuel his ongoing success and scholarly pursuits.

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