{"id":54753,"date":"2025-06-10T00:36:46","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T00:36:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=54753"},"modified":"2025-06-10T00:36:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T00:36:46","slug":"derrick-henry-might-be-headed-to-hollywood-with-adam-sandlers-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=54753","title":{"rendered":"Derrick Henry Might Be Headed to Hollywood\u2014With Adam Sandler\u2019s Help"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ac_102395609\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme first_text_block\">\n<p>Derrick Henry could be making\u00a0his way to Hollywood, thanks to a unique bet involving\u00a0Adam Sandler. The\u00a0Baltimore Ravens\u00a0running back has been promised a cameo in one of Sandler\u2019s movies if he surpasses 2,000 rushing yards this upcoming NFL season.<\/p>\n<p>The bet was first mentioned on \u201cThe Dan Patrick Show,\u201d where Henry expressed his admiration for Sandler. Patrick, a friend of the actor, relayed the message, and Sandler\u00a0responded with a video, enthusiastically approving the deal. Sandler even sweetened the proposal,\u00a0pledging a celebratory dinner\u00a0alongside the movie role if Henry achieves the milestone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395610\" class=\"article_chunk type_15\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395611\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme \">\n<p>Henry, a former 2,000-yard rusher with the Tennessee Titans in 2020, fell just short of the mark last season, finishing with 1,921 yards. Now with additional motivation, the star running back is looking to cement his name in league history as the first player to achieve two such seasons. His determination and work ethic make the target seem attainable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395612\" class=\"article_chunk type_19\">\n<div class=\"video-iframe\"><iframe id=\"ytplayer_4791787\" class=\"ytplayer\" title=\"Adam Sandler Agrees To Derrick Henry Bet With Epic Video Message | 6\/6\/25\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W4zCWpUahgo?showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-8=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395613\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme \">\n<p>The playful interaction between Henry and Sandler has sparked excitement among fans, with social media buzzing about the potential crossover. Sandler, known for including athletes in his films, has a history of blending sports and entertainment in memorable ways. Henry\u2019s power and charisma could make him a natural fit on the big screen.<\/p>\n<div class=\"aditude_inline_container aditude_ic_2\">\n<div id=\"aditude_article_inline_2\" class=\"aditude_div\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Adam Sandler Promises Movie Appearance for NFL Star Derrick Henry On One Condition<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395614\" class=\"article_chunk type_15\">\n<div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/ybmedia\/image\/upload\/c_crop,e_improve,h_2000,w_1334,x_0,y_0\/c_scale,f_auto,q_auto,w_700\/v1\/m\/e\/3\/e32980375021815966ed2e12057510bec4a3e242\/USATSI_25171237_168400517_lowres-scaled.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<div>Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates with offensive tackle Roger Rosengarten (70) after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers in an AFC wild card game at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395615\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme \">\n<p>Just recently, Sandler promised Henry a movie appearance if he fulfills one condition. This is detailed more in a post by NFL on ESPN\u2019s\u00a0official Instagram account.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ac_102395617\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme \">\n<p>As Henry prepares\u00a0for the 2025 \u00a0season, the stakes are higher than ever. Beyond leading\u00a0the Ravens\u2019 rushing attack, he now carries the added incentive of a Hollywood debut. The challenge has not only inspired Henry but also captured the imagination of football and movie fans alike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ac_102395619\" class=\"article_chunk type_50\">\n<div class=\"froala-view custom-theme \">\n<p>Whether or not Henry reaches the 2,000-yard mark, the connection between him and Sandler has already created a memorable storyline. Should he succeed, his journey from the gridiron to the silver screen will be one of the season\u2019s most compelling narratives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Derrick Henry could be making\u00a0his way to Hollywood, thanks to a unique bet involving\u00a0Adam Sandler. 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