Ohio State Buckeyes running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) runs for a 7-yard touchdown past Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Tyler Elsdon (43) and linebacker Curtis Jacobs (23) during the fourth quarter of the NCAA Division I football game at Beaver Stadium. Adam Cairns-The Columbus Dispatch Ncaa Football Ohio State Buckeyes At Penn State Nittany Lions
TreVeyon Henderson RB Ohio State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
TreVeyon Henderson RB Ohio State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.43 seconds (87%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.4 DOB: 10/22/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 02/19/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.43 seconds (87%*) | |
| Age: 22.4 DOB: 10/22/2002 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 85.5 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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75% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| Rushing: |
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95% |
| Break Tackles: |
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96% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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79% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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51% |
| Run Blocking: |
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69% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
2nd - Late
Overall Rank:
#55
Position rank:
#4
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| College Games: 45 College Snaps: 1606 | ||
ESPN RATING: 90/100
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247 RATING: 99/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Tyjae Spears - Tulane |
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75% |
| Jaylen Wright - Tennessee |
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68% |
| Kenneth Walker III - Michigan State |
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67% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A Virginia standout who rewrote the Buckeyes' freshman record books, TreVeyon Henderson stormed onto the college scene in 2021 with a 270-yard explosion against Tulsa that surpassed even Archie Griffin's marks. The former five-star recruit amassed 1,248 yards and 19 touchdowns in his debut campaign, showcasing the game-breaking ability that made him the nation's top-ranked running back prospect.Despite battling through injuries in 2022 and 2023, Henderson's explosiveness never wavered when healthy, as evidenced by his eight plays of 50+ yards from scrimmage. His bounce-back 2023 campaign, where he racked up 926 yards and 11 scores despite missing time, earned him first-team All-Big Ten honors and reaffirmed his elite potential. His career 6.4 yards per carry average speaks to his consistent ability to create chunk plays.
Henderson capped his college career with a stellar playoff run in 2024, highlighted by a 94-yard, two-touchdown performance against Oregon in the quarterfinals and a clutch 75-yard touchdown reception in the Cotton Bowl victory over Texas. His 1,016 rushing yards and 11 total touchdowns in his final season pushed his career numbers to 3,761 rushing yards and 48 total touchdowns, cementing his legacy among Ohio State's impressive running back lineage.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Possesses elite acceleration that turns small creases into home runs - his burst through the hole might be the best in this class based on multiple games I've studied
- Masterful at varying run tempo, showing a rare ability to gear down behind blocks before exploding through lanes - this showed up repeatedly in the Notre Dame game
- Natural pass protector who squares up and anchors with surprising power for his size, consistently stonewalling blitzers in one-on-one situations
- Shows exceptional contact balance through traffic, regularly pinballing off defenders while maintaining forward momentum and rarely going down on first contact
- Vision at the second level is outstanding - consistently sets up blocks and anticipates cutback lanes before they develop, particularly effective on outside zone runs
- Displays reliable hands in the passing game with smooth adjustments to off-target throws, evidenced by his 11.1 career yards per reception
- Exceptional lateral quickness allows him to string together multiple cuts without losing speed - made defenders look silly repeatedly against Minnesota
- Running style combines controlled power with explosive elements - runs with nice forward lean and consistently falls forward for extra yards
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Durability is a significant concern after missing chunks of both 2022 and 2023 seasons when tasked with lead back duties in the Big Ten
- Can get too fancy in the backfield at times, leading to negative plays when simpler north-south cuts were available
- Despite solid blocking technique, his frame limitations show up against larger rushers who can overwhelm him with pure power
- Tends to bounce runs outside too quickly when faced with interior pressure rather than trusting his inside landmarks
- Route tree remains relatively basic - mostly wheels and check-downs without much nuance in breaking routes or option patterns
Scouting Report: Summary
What jumps off the screen is his masterful manipulation of space in zone schemes. The footwork and vision he displayed against Penn State and Notre Dame last season revealed a back who understands how to set up blocks two levels beyond the line of scrimmage. His explosive cuts and acceleration make him lethal in any system that emphasizes outside zone - watching him press the edge before hitting the cutback lane against Michigan's elite defense showed exactly why he'll thrive in a Shanahan-style offense.The passing game versatility is what separates Henderson from other explosive backs in this class. Beyond just catching dump-offs, his ability to split out wide and run legitimate routes jumped out in the Cotton Bowl. That 75-yard touchdown reception wasn't just about speed - he set up the defender with a subtle hesitation move that created five yards of separation. Combine this with his advanced pass protection (consistently stone-walling blitzers despite his size), and you're looking at a three-down weapon who won't need to leave the field.
Buffalo stands out as perfect scheme fit where Henderson could step in and immediately command 15-18 touches per game. The vision and explosiveness are too special to waste in a committee - this is a feature back whose only limitation is durability. After studying every touch from his last two seasons, I'm convinced he has the tools to be one of the NFL's most dynamic offensive weapons. Give him 18-20 touches per game in a zone-heavy system with designed screens and watch him take over games just like he did against Oregon in the playoffs.
Written By:
K.C. Martinez (Big Ten)
TreVeyon Henderson percentiles vs other Running Backs (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate TreVeyon Henderson (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
50.6
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
3.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.