William Henderson
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| William Henderson | |
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 ESPN commentators and former National Football League (NFL) players Mike Golic and Mark Schlereth (blue shirt) and Green Bay Packer fullback William Henderson (yellow shirt, right) and Sailors watch the Super Bowl XXXIX in the galley aboard USS Russell (DDG-59). Golic, Schlereth and Henderson were invited for a visit aboard Russell to watch the Super Bowl with the ship's crew, have lunch and tour the ship. |
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| Date of birth: | February 19, 1971 |
| Place of birth: | Richmond, Virginia, United States |
| Career information | |
| Position(s): | Fullback |
| Jersey №: | 30, 33 |
| College: | North Carolina |
| NFL Draft: | 1995 / Round: 3 / Pick 66 |
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| 1995-2006 | Green Bay Packers |
| Career highlights and Awards | |
| Pro Bowls: | 2005 |
| Stats at NFL.com | |
William Terrelle Henderson (born February 19, 1971 in Richmond, Virginia) is an American Football fullback who is currently a free agent. He had spent all of his playing career with the Green Bay Packers up until his release in 2007. He was selected by the organization out of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a third round choice (the 66th pick overall) in the 1995 NFL Draft.
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[edit] High School and College career
Henderson attended Thomas Dale High School in Chester, Virginia. He played varsity football as a freshman, sophomore, and junior, but sat out his senior year due to a knee injury.
At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Henderson finished his career with 145 carries for 750 yards (5.17 yards per carry avg.) and 14 receptions for 97 yards (6.93 yards per rec. avg.).
Henderson blew out a knee early in his career at North Carolina, but recovered.
[edit] NFL
Henderson was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1995, and has played every season with the Packers in his career. He came into the league as number 30, but after cornerback Doug Evans left, changed his number to 33.
Henderson has been durable and effective for the Packers, solidifying the team at fullback since he moved into the starting role in 1996. (Nine times in his first 11 seasons he played in all 16 games.[1] ) In 1997, he helped the Packers win their third Super Bowl victory, and a year later helped the Packers appear in their fourth Super Bowl. He was selected to 2005 Pro Bowl, his first trip to the league's annual all-star game.
Henderson has blocked for six of the top nine individual rushing efforts in team annals — Dorsey Levens' 1,435 yards in 1997 (third), Ahman Green's 1,883 in 2003 (first), 1,387 in 2001 (fourth), 1,240 in 2002 (sixth), 1,175 in 2000 (seventh) and 1,163 in 2004 (ninth).[1]
Henderson has proven valuable as pass catcher out of the backfield. He stands eighth all-time on the Packers' career receptions list with 308 (for 2,347 yards), and first among running backs. [1]
On March 7, 2007, the Packers released Henderson amidst rumors that the Packers were trying to sign star fullback Justin Griffith. GM Ted Thompson released the following statement. "We are releasing William at this point so he can pursue other opportunities within the National Football League," GM Ted Thompson said. "The Packers organization is extremely appreciative of his efforts over the past 12 seasons. His leadership and work ethic set an excellent example for everyone in our locker room. It is difficult to part with a high-character individual like William. He has been an influential person on several outstanding Packers teams over his career. He always will be considered a Packer."
Henderson has since visited with the Kansas City Chiefs but remains unsigned.
[edit] Broadcasting
Henderson has eight years (1999-2006) of broadcasting experience as co-host of Monday Night Kickoff, a show produced by Green Bay TV station WBAY.
Henderson worked as an analyst as part of ESPN's NFL Draft coverage April 2006.
[edit] Personal
Henderson played high school football at Thomas Dale High School in Chester, Virginia. He is currently married to Brigitta Henderson, and has two children, William II and Jayden. Henderson splits residence between Green Bay and Richmond, Va.
Henderson was selected as Green Bay's 2001 'Unsung Hero,' in recognition of his efforts both on the field and in the community.
Nickname: Boogie
