There might be a tinge of jealousy among the Michigan State running backs when they look through Derrick Henry’s resume at Alabama this season. But it’s not the Heisman Trophy or the SEC rushing record or even the touchdowns they covet.
It’s all those touches.
Henry led the nation in carries (339) this season and averaged 45 per game in his last two outings. Despite a similar offensive philosophy, the busiest day for a Spartans running back this year wasn’t half of Henry’s recent average. Sophomore Gerald Holmes and L.J. Scott both had games with 22 carries late in the season.