Should you bench Derrick Henry after Week 5? Fantasy fallout & trade options”
Opening / Hook
Derrick Henry posted just 33 yards on 15 carries against Houston, a major step back for his fantasy stock. FanSided At this stage, some managers are considering whether to bench or even trade him.
Analysis of the poor showing
- Houston stacked the box and dared the QB to beat them; Henry had no running room.
- The Ravens’ offense is less dynamic without Lamar Jackson, further limiting Henry’s ceiling.
- This trend may persist if defenses continue keying on Henry.
Fantasy implications & trade strategy
- Henry’s floor is lower, and his matchups may become tougher.
- Use a Fantasy football trade analyzer to see what kind of return you could get (e.g. an RB2 + WR) before making a move.
- If a trade partner overvalues him based on name, plug it into the analyzer and identify if they’re overpaying.
Trade candidates
- Try to swap Henry for a back with more upside or stability (e.g. change-of-pace RBs or dual-threat backs).
- Target weaknesses in other teams: maybe someone overinvested in WRs.
Conclusion / recommendation
Henry still has reputation, but his recent performance signals caution. A serious manager should at least run trade offers through a Fantasy football trade analyzer, and consider pivoting while his name still carries value.