Former Cowboys RB getting three-year, $24 million deal to replace Derrick Henry

The recent news of former Cowboys running back, Ezekiel Elliott, signing a three-year, $24 million deal to replace Derrick Henry has sent shockwaves through the NFL community. With Henry suffering a season-ending injury, the Tennessee Titans were in desperate need of a reliable replacement to carry the load in their backfield. Elliott, known for his powerful running style and ability to break tackles, seems like the perfect fit for the Titans' offensive scheme.

This move not only solidifies the Titans' rushing attack but also adds a proven veteran presence to their locker room. Elliott's experience and leadership will be invaluable as the team looks to make a deep playoff run this season. Fans are excited to see how Elliott will perform in his new role and if he can help lead the Titans to success on the field. Overall, this signing marks a significant moment in both Elliott's career and the Titans' season as they look to overcome adversity and continue their quest for greatness.

The first big move came by replacing Henry with Pollard. He and the Titans agreed to a $24 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told the AP.

The Titans also worked to shore up their secondary and bulk up the middle of the offensive line.

They agreed with Cincinnati cornerback Chidobe Awuzie on a three-year deal for $36 million with $23 million guaranteed, another person familiar with that contract told AP. Denver center Lloyd Cushenberry agreed to a four-year deal for $50 million with $26 million guaranteed, another person familiar with that deal confirmed to AP

Although, if any active running back is capable of staving off the inevitable cliff all players at the position tend to hit after nearly a decade in the league, it is Henry. He has been the model of consistency in terms of durability and production, having appeared in at least 15 games, rushed for over 1,000 yards, and scored double-digit touchdowns in five of the last six seasons. In the one year he failed to meet just half those totals, he still rushed for 937 yards and 10 touchdowns in just eight regular season games in 2021, when he suffered a foot injury that put him out of commission until the playoffs.

In 2023, Henry finished first in the league in carries (280), second in rushing yards (1,167) and tied for the fifth-most rushing touchdowns (12). He can still be highly productive until proven otherwise and would be a steal at the rumored average annual salary Stainbrook is reporting.

It's fair to wonder how Pollard will do in the 2024 season. The pessimist's point of view says Pollard may never be the back he once was before suffering a broken ankle. On the flip side, Pollard just posted over 300 touches over 17 games less than a year removed from a serious injury. An offseason focused on gearing up for next year as opposed to rehabbing an old injury could be beneficial, of course.

Ultimately, Tennessee hopes Pollard can produce a season more akin to his 2022 results. Still, he's engineered an impressive comeback after a devastating leg injury and can certainly be a featured back once again.

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Sarah H

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