Ravens' Derrick Henry passes Walter Payton in rushing TDs
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry rushed for two touchdowns Sunday, breaking a tie with Hall of Famer Walter Payton for fifth place all-time in NFL history.
Henry recorded his 111th career rushing touchdown when he ran in from 2 yards with 8 minutes, :15 seconds remaining in the second quarter against Payton’s former team, the Chicago Bears. Henry later notched his 112nd rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter.
“I ain’t really thought about the TD list,” Henry said after the 30-16 win over the Bears. “But all the glory to God and all my teammates who have been involved throughout my career.”
Henry, 31, reached his totals in his 143rd career game, whereas Payton needed 190 to reach 110.
Henry is eight rushing touchdowns shy of matching Adrian Peterson for fourth place. Emmitt Smith holds the NFL record with 164, followed by LaDainian Tomlinson (145) and Marcus Allen (123).
Henry rushed for 71 yards on 21 carries against Chicago. He has rushed for 510 yards and six touchdowns through seven games.
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