[Owings Mills, MD] – Dec. 4, 2025 – The Baltimore Ravens announced that Derrick Henry has been selected as the team's club winner for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide is the league's most prestigious honor, recognizing players who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact beyond the game.
Henry exemplifies excellence both on and off the field. A multi-time All-Pro, five-time Pro Bowler and 2020 AP Offensive Player of the Year, Henry is the NFL's active leader in rushing yards (12,354) and rushing touchdowns (116), ranking fifth all-time in TDs and 11th in yards. He is one of only eight players in league history to surpass 12,000 rushing yards and 100 rushing TDs.
Off the field, Henry's commitment to community is unwavering. Since 2016, he has hosted annual back-to-school and holiday events in his hometown of Yulee, Fla., donating supplies, bikes and toys to hundreds of children. He launched the Two All Carnival in 2024 and, as a two-time Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee in Tennessee, supported youth through Boys & Girls Clubs, back-to-school drives and donations of shoes, gear and tickets. Henry has contributed over $22,500 to programs like H.O.P.E. and Blessings in a Backpack, provided nearly $100,000 in COVID-19 relief, and donated to disaster recovery efforts globally. His generosity extends to families in crisis — covering rent, replacing furniture and offering direct financial assistance.
Since joining the Ravens, Henry has focused on Baltimore's underserved youth. Partnering with United Way of Central Maryland, he hosted back-to-school events at Curtis Bay Elementary, providing supplies and winter gear for all 465 students. He donated 200 Thanksgiving meals in 2024 and 2025, joined teammates for holiday shopping sprees, and delivered gifts to families in need. These efforts reflect his hands-on approach and deep care for the community.
Henry's character is rooted in humility and service. To honor his grandmother's legacy, he founded the Two All Foundation, empowering youth through education and values. He has supported his former schools with gear and essentials and partnered with Bridgestone to inspire girls in STEM. A devoted father and leader, Henry consistently prioritizes giving back without seeking recognition. His impact spans local, national and global communities, making him a true embodiment of leadership, excellence and philanthropy.
"I don't take giving back lightly," Henry stated. "I'll put my hands in the community and impact the youth, because I was always a kid who looked up to athletes on the platform that they have. I've been blessed with a tremendous opportunity to impact lives and give back."
All 32 club winners will be recognized for their achievements during the week leading up to Super Bowl LX in the Bay Area. The national winner of the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide will be announced during NFL Honors, a primetime awards special airing on Thursday, Feb. 5.
Each of this year's club winners supports a range of causes and initiatives off the field, including uplifting underserved communities, empowering young people to lead healthy lifestyles and many other notable causes. The charitable beneficiary of each team's club winner will receive up to $40,000, and the nonprofit chosen by the overall national winner will receive up to $250,000. All funds are donations courtesy of the NFL Foundation and the Nationwide Foundation.
Fans are once again encouraged to participate in Nationwide's annual Charity Challenge, a social media and online contest that allows fans to show support for their favorite Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year club winner. Fans can vote on X/Twitter by posting #WPMOYChallenge along with the full name/X handle of their chosen player or by voting directly on NFL.com/ManOfTheYear. The charitable beneficiary of the player who receives the most collective hashtag mentions and online votes will win an additional $35,000 donation from Nationwide, with the nonprofit partners of the runner-up and third-place finishers receiving $10,000 and $5,000, respectively. Charity Challenge voting takes place from December 4 through January 5, 2026.
Beginning Week 14 and continuing through the end of the season, each of this year's club winners, including Derrick Henry, will wear a special Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year helmet decal in recognition of their accomplishments on and off the field.
For more information about the award, please visit NFL.com/ManOfTheYear.
