Anthony Henry is a National Football League cornerback who plays for the Detroit Lions.
Henry was traded to the Lions from the Dallas Cowboys on February 28, 2009, in exchange for backup quarterback Jon Kitna.ESPN.com: Detroit Lions' Jon Kitna Traded to Dallas Cowboys for Anthony Henry
Football Career
Henry was originally drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the 2001 NFL draft. He made his professional debut that same year, playing in all 16 regular season games, recording 54 tackles and a career-high 10 interceptions, including one he returned for 97 yards to score a touchdown. He continued with the Browns for three additional seasons, playing a total of 45 additional games.
In March of 2005, Henry signed with the Dallas Cowboys. Henry was limited to only 12 games during his first season with the Cowboys, after suffering groin and abdominal injures forced him to the sidelines. He saw career-high numbers in the 2006 season, totaling 81 tackles and 20 pass deflections.
Anthony Henry Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Detroit Lions
- NFL.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 208
- Rookie Year: 2001
References
Fast Facts
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Full name
Anthony Daniel Henry
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Born
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Birthplace
Fort Myers, Florida
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Height
6'1"
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Weight
205 lbs
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Position
Cornerback
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High school
Estero High School
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College
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Started all four-years at the University of South Florida
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Led the NFL in interceptions with 10 in his rookie season
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First Cleveland Brown to record three interceptions in two different games during the same season
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In college, played at the safety and receiver positions
