Overview
- Derrick Henry publicly vowed to “be better” after the Browns limited him to 23 yards on 11 carries the previous week.
- On Baltimore’s first touchdown drive against Detroit, Henry logged three rushes for 36 yards capped by an untouched 28-yard score.
- The Browns’ approach under defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz prioritized shutting down the run, forcing Baltimore to adjust its plan.
- Reporting credited improved offensive-line blocking for creating the lane on Henry’s long touchdown, reinforcing the unit’s impact.
- Analysts noted Todd Monken sought to involve Henry early against a Lions defense that had yielded 134 rushing yards to the Bears.