On Wednesday, Henry then took to Instagram to post a story that included a graphic of that quote and some other kinds words from DeCosta with the message "RUN IT BACK." This was just Henry's first year in Baltimore, and he proved why they made the right decision by giving him that two-year $16 million contract.

As more critics come out of the woodwork to point out Jackson’s less-than-sterling playoff record, Jackson received a strong endorsement from Henry after the loss to the Bills. Henry was asked for his thoughts on Jackson considering the “negative rhetoric” surrounding the dual-threat quarterback:

Ravens running back Derrick Henry has nothing but love for his new 'brother', Lamar Jackson after their season ended.

Buffalo didn’t have Bernard, linebacker Matt Milano or nickelback Taron Johnson for the whole game. Bills safety Taylor Rapp suffered a concussion while trying to tackle Henry in the second quarter and has been wearing a guardian cap over his helmet since.

One bright spot was the addition of Derrick Henry. The five-time Pro Bowler lived up to expectations, stepping in after J.K. Dobbins, now with the Los Angeles Chargers, struggled with injuries in recent years. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta beat out teams like the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears to sign Henry, and the move paid off.

After a stellar debut season with the Baltimore Ravens, Derrick Henry could be rewarded with a new contract. General manager Eric DeCosta told reporters

The Ravens ran the football on six of their next seven plays, with running back Derrick Henry gaining 46 yards on five carries, including 17 yards on a third-and-1 snap and 5 on a touchdown tote with 1:37 remaining in the third period.

Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson are finalists for The Associated Press 2024 NFL Most Valuable Player award.

Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson are finalists for The 2024 NFL Most Valuable Player award.

Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson are finalists for The Associated Press 2024 NFL Most Valuable Player award. Barkley, Burrow and Jackson also are finalists for

Henry's girlfriend, Adrianna Rivas, caught wind of DeCosta's message. She took to Instagram to share her reaction to what appears to be a hint of what the future holds for Henry in Baltimore. "So grateful we became part of the Flock 🐦‍⬛ 💜 ," she captioned her post.