Derrick Henry’s Ominous Response to Grant Delpit’s “Easy to Tackle” Remark
Tensions are running high as the Baltimore Ravens gear up for their impending clash with the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. The latest exchange of words has ignited the rivalry, with Browns safety Grant Delpit making a bold claim that could easily backfire.
Delpit’s Provocative Assertion
During a practice session on Thursday, Delpit was asked about the challenge of tackling Ravens running back Derrick Henry, a player who is destined for the Hall of Fame. Without hesitation, Delpit stated, “Not hard.” This seemingly innocuous comment could prove to be a misstep, as the Ravens are always on the lookout for motivation to fuel their competitive fire.
Henry’s Chilling Reply
Henry didn’t let Delpit’s words go unanswered. Responding to the safety’s claim, he said, “I saw that. We’ll see on Sunday.” It’s a statement that carries weight, given Henry’s remarkable track record against the Browns. In their last encounter, the powerhouse back amassed 138 rushing yards and scored two touchdowns, demonstrating just how formidable he can be on the field.
Cleveland’s Defensive Challenges
The Browns enter this matchup looking to rebound from a disappointing loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. Despite a strong defensive performance that restricted the Bengals to a mere seven yards in the second half, Cleveland’s inability to capitalize on key opportunities — including missed kicks and critical interceptions — ultimately cost them the game.
Delpit recorded three tackles in that matchup, but as he reflects on the need for more takeaways, he acknowledges a glaring issue: “I think we only had four interceptions last year, and Denzel (Ward) had two of them, so we have to get a couple more takeaways.” With Delpit yet to snag an interception since Week 2 of the 2023 season, the Browns’ secondary will need to step up against Henry and the Ravens’ potent offense.
Rivalry Rekindled
The rivalry between the Browns and Ravens is steeped in history, and this matchup is no exception. The competitive banter has escalated, with Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy recently stating that Baltimore’s secondary poses “no challenges” for Cleveland. Such remarks only serve to stoke the flames of an already heated rivalry, and it remains to be seen who will come out on top.
As the Ravens prepare to face the Browns, all eyes will be on Henry, who has a formidable history against this division rival. In seven career games against Cleveland, he has racked up 395 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Meanwhile, the Browns will look to regain their footing and make a statement against a talented Ravens squad.
With both teams eager to prove their mettle, this Sunday’s matchup at M&T Bank Stadium promises to be an electrifying encounter filled with intensity and high stakes.
