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NFL·November 7, 2026 03:03 AM ET

Henry or Taylor: which back is better right now?

Henry has 175 carries through 9 games, while Taylor has 148 through 8.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 5h1 min read
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What happened: Derrick Henry has run 175 times for 689 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2026 through 9 games. Jonathan Taylor has run 148 times for 610 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2026 through 8 games.

Why it matters: Taylor averages about 4.1 yards per carry to Henry's 3.9, and the two are nearly level at about 76 rushing yards per game. With touchdowns tied at 8, efficiency is the only thing separating them, and it favors Taylor by a small margin.

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