Henderson burst onto the college football scene as a freshman in 2021, amassing 1,248 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns, along with 312 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Despite battling injuries in subsequent seasons, he rebounded impressively in 2024, averaging 7.1 yards per carry for 1,016 yards and 10 touchdowns, while also contributing 284 receiving yards and a touchdown.

The Virginia native possesses rare acceleration and top-end speed, making him a home-run threat on any carry and demonstrates exceptional patience behind the line, allowing blocks to develop before making decisive cuts.