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Hogs Haven takes a look at 2025 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Commanders
TreVeyon Henderson, RB
School: Ohio State | Conference: Big Ten
College Experience: Senior | Age: 22
Height / Weight: 5’10” / 208 lbs
Projected Draft Status: 2nd Round
Player Comparison: Raheem Mostert
Warning: The player overview mentions suicide and self-harm.
It is easy to root for TreVeyon Henderson when you learn where he comes from. A native of Hopewell, Virginia, Henderson watched his mom struggle to raise him and his siblings. An inability to help her led Henderson to anger that manifested itself as suicidal thoughts and cutting himself. His mom put Henderson in football in search of a healthy outlet for that anger. Football not only helped him channel that anger, but it became a way to provide for his family. Although his senior season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Henderson amassed over 4,000 rushing yards and 50 touchdowns in high school. The top running back recruit in the nation, Henderson chose Ohio State over the likes of Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, and Texas.
Henderson made an immediate impact for the Buckeyes. He rushed for over 1,200 yards and set an Ohio State freshman record for touchdowns with 19. After earning Freshman All-American honors from several media outlets, Henderson’s encore was underwhelming. A broken bone and torn ligaments in his foot hampered Henderson much of the year with him eventually shutting it down for surgery. Although he missed three games with undisclosed injury his junior year, Henderson bounced back by almost rushing for 1,000 yards in the season.
Ohio State brought in more talent at the position ahead of Henderson’s senior season, adding transfer Quinshon Judkins from Ole Miss. While this reduced Henderson’s role, it did not diminish his productivity. He rushed for over 1,000 yards for the first time since his freshman season while splitting carries with Judkins, playing a huge role in the Buckeyes’ run to a national title.
The Commanders run game had peaks and valleys this season and the backfield could use an infusion of talent. Brian Robinson, Jr. was inconsistent and lacked burst as he dealt with injuries. Austin Ekeler provided explosiveness and receiving out of the backfield, but suffered two concussions that cost him several games. Chris Rodriquez, Jr. had a standout game against Tennessee, but was...
