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Gets cut from practice squad The Rams cut Henderson from their practice squad Tuesday.

Impact In a corresponding move, the Rams signed long snapper Alex Matheson to their practice squad Tuesday. Henderson is set to become a free agent and will now have to look for another opportunity with a different team.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rams waive RB Darrell Henderson again after his 4-game return to the team

For the second time in two seasons, Darrell Henderson Jr. has been waived by the Los Angeles Rams.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Rams waive RB Darrell Henderson again after his 4-game return to the team

Scores short TD on 10 touches Henderson gained one yard and scored a rushing touchdown on six carries while catching four of seven targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over Seattle.

Impact Henderson teamed up with fellow veteran Royce Freeman (17-73-0) to replace injured starter Kyren Williams (ankle) on Sunday. Henderson was the beneficiary of the Rams' lone rushing touchdown from one yard out, but he was inefficient with most of his remaining touches. The 26-year-old saw his carries and efficiency as a runner decrease in each of his four weeks spent helping fill in as starter. The Rams are expecting Williams back against the Cardinals in Week 12, which would put Henderson's role and spot on the active roster in jeopardy.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • Data Skrive

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Joins active roster The Rams signed Henderson off their practice squad Wednesday.

Impact With Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) on injured reserve, Henderson and Royce Freeman have split the reps out of the Rams backfield the last two games. During that stretch, Henderson has turned 34 touches into 151 yards from scrimmage and one rushing TD, while Freeman has had 21 carries for 110 yards and a TD himself. Expect the breakdown between Henderson and Freeman to continue for as long as Williams and Rivers are sidelined.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • NFL.COM

Returns to practice squad Henderson reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction report.

Impact For the second straight game, Henderson and Royce Freeman split L.A.'s backfield reps with Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) on injured reserve. Henderson's 29 (of 62) offensive snaps translated to 15 touches for 85 yards from scrimmage, while Freeman's 33 plays went for nine carries for 44 yards and one touchdown. The Rams have one elevation remaining to use on Henderson, so expect him to rejoin the active roster for Sunday's visit to Green Bay.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets it done as pass catcher Henderson rushed the ball 12 times for 31 yards in Sunday's 43-20 loss to Dallas. He added three catches for 54 yards.

Impact Henderson was out-produced on the ground by Royce Freeman, though he still had 15 touches compared to Freeman's nine. In particular, his work in the passing game stood out as he led the team in receiving yards. While that's unlikely to repeat itself, Henderson has shown multiple paths to fantasy value in two games since taking over as the lead back in the absence of Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee).

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darrell Henderson enters overdrive after the catch for 32-yard pickup Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson enters overdrive after the catch for a 32-yard pickup.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • NFL.COM

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OCTOBER 29, 2023 • Data Skrive

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Elevated to active roster Henderson was elevated to the Rams' active roster Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Henderson started at running back for Los Angeles in Week 7 before subsequently reverting to the practice squad. He ultimately saw 68 snaps and 19 touches en route to 66 yards from scrimmage and a rushing touchdown. With both Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) still on injured reserve, Henderson could be in line for a similar workload. Still, Royce Freeman, who got 16 carries for 66 yards on 29 snaps in the same game, figures to again be involved. It remains to be seen if Myles Gaskin or Zach Evans fits into the equation at all as well.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to practice squad Henderson reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact In less than one week, Henderson returned to the Rams via a practice-squad contract last Tuesday, was elevated to the active roster Saturday and started at running back for the team Sunday against the Steelers. He then paced L.A. running backs in snaps (39 of 68) and touches (19) en route to 66 yards from scrimmage and a rushing TD in Week 7. Henderson appears to be the biggest beneficiary of both Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) landing on injured reserve last week, but Royce Freeman (12 carries for 66 yards on 29 snaps) also figures to be involved, and coach Sean McVay told Greg Beacham of the Associated Press on Monday that "we'll see how Myles [Gaskin] and Zach [Evans] fit into that equation" this coming Sunday at Dallas.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 23, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

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OCTOBER 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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OCTOBER 23, 2023 • THERAMS.COM

Paces new-look backfield Henderson rushed the ball 18 times for 61 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Steelers. He added one reception for five yards.

Impact Henderson was the first back to get a carry in the Rams' backfield, and he led Royce Freeman in touches 19-12. His longest gain of the day went for 15 yards, and he also found the end zone midway through the fourth quarter on a one-yard plunge. With both Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) on injured reserve, Henderson should have the chance to maintain significant volume for at least the next three games.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Week 8 Early Pickups and Waiver Wire Adds Darrell Henderson is the next man up in the Rams’ backfield, while Josh Downs continues to be a factor for the Colts.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Likely to share load with Freeman Henderson and Royce Freeman are expected to get "the majority of the workload" out of the backfield in Sunday's game against the Steelers, a source tells Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Impact With lead back Kyren Williams (ankle) and top backup Ronnie Rivers (knee) both landing on injured reserve in recent days, the Rams backfield has taken on new form heading into Week 7. Rookie sixth-round pick Zach Evans is the lone healthy back who was active for last week's win over the Cardinals, but he looks like he'll have to settle for the No. 3 role Sunday after the Rams signed Freeman and Myles Gaskin to the 53-man roster and elevated Henderson from the practice squad. Gaskin is expected to be inactive Sunday but could have a role beginning in Week 8 once he gets a chance to pick up the offense, while Henderson won't have much of a learning curve after having previously played 50 games for the Rams under head coach Sean McVay over the last four seasons. Schefter reports that Freeman is the Rams' likely starter Sunday, but how the Steelers line up could change the team's plans. Additionally, McVay could take a hot-hand approach to the backfield, so if Henderson is able to capitalize on his early opportunities, he could end up outpacing both Freeman and Evans in snaps and touches. While the uncertainty of how the reps will break down Sunday makes Henderson a risky lineup option for Week 7 even in deeper leagues, he may be worthy of a speculative pickup in the event he establishes himself as the Rams' top back heading into Week 8.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins active roster The Rams elevated Henderson from their practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Henderson's elevation becomes all the more vital for fantasy managers after Kyren Williams (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Saturday. Since Henderson rejoined the Rams on Tuesday after previously spending parts of the past four seasons with the franchise, head coach Sean McVay has given the running back plenty of praise. In light of injuries to Williams and Ronnie Rivers (knee), Henderson's familiarity with McVay's system could allow him to earn playing time in a crowded group of backs that includes unproven rookie sixth-round pick Zach Evans along with veterans Royce Freeman and Myles Gaskin. At the very least, Henderson's elevation from the practice squad signals that he'll likely have a role Sunday.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coach says he's playing Week 7 Coach Sean McVay said Friday that Henderson will be active for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Adam Grosbard of the Orange County Register reports.

Impact Henderson signed with the Rams' practice squad Tuesday following injuries to Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee). McVay said the team still is deciding whether to dress only three or all four of Henderson, Zach Evans, Royce Freeman and Myles Gaskin, but Henderson will be among the team's active running backs. Confirmation of Henderson's availability will be provided when the Rams either elevate him from the practice squad or sign him to the roster by Saturday afternoon.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Locker Room Interviews: Rams running backs Zach Evans, Darrell Henderson Jr., Royce Freeman & Myles Gaskin meet with the media ahead of Week 7 game vs. Steelers Los Angeles Rams running backs meet with the media ahead of Sunday's Week 7 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. (0:00) - Zach Evans, (1...

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • THERAMS.COM

Sean McVay talks latest on statuses of Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers and Rams signing RBs Myles Gaskin and Darrell Henderson Jr. Rams head coach Sean McVay discusses injury updates on RBs Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers, plus why the team decided to sign running backs...

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • THERAMS.COM

Makes return to L.A. The Rams signed Henderson to their practice squad Tuesday.

Impact With the Rams having traded Cam Akers to the Vikings earlier this season and the top two options on the backfield depth chart -- Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) -- both looking unlikely to be available in Week 7 versus the Steelers, the team will bring back a familiar face in Henderson. Before being waived last November, he spent four seasons with the Rams, appearing in 50 regular-season games and scoring 17 touchdowns while averaging 4.4 yards on 396 carries and 7.2 yards on 66 catches. Though Henderson won't be added to the 53-man roster immediately, his familiarity with head coach Sean McVay's playbook will make him a candidate for elevation ahead of Sunday's game once he gets a week of practice under his belt. The Rams currently have rookie sixth-round pick Zach Evans and Royce Freeman as the lone healthy running backs on their roster.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars Waive RB Darrell Henderson Jr. The Jaguars quickly waived running back Darrell Henderson Jr., who never took a snap for the team.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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