Eric Henry @EricCHenry_ Twitter profile

Pinned Tweet

Eric Henry

1 year

🚨Career Update: Excited to announce that I’ll be joining the team @Horns247 & @247Sports in covering Longhorns sports. Thanks to @kryan247 , @pt247 , @CoxBytes & @Andrew_Ivins for the opportunity. Thrilled to be covering sports for an incredibly passionate fanbase in Austin.

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 year

Personal news (see below): After 5.5 years, my time covering FIU/Conference USA football for SB Nation & UDD is coming to an end on 4/22. It’s been an amazing ride — I’m really excited for the next move. Sincerest thanks to all who have followed the coverage.

95

28

305

90

52

416

Last Seen Profiles

@chwendoul

@vvalsports

@TSG83

@line_online_

@ryyyiiiii

@OrbxSystems

@thomyugos

@BenjBrantley

@KShoemark

@jakegalvez

@reieetto

@AD71776626

@VoiceOfTheEast

@kids_listen

@VoiceOfTheEast

@jandakembangstw

@pasurtihot

@rivermanrecords

@BauguessSh12483

@CityyK1tty

@comib

@bradyywolfee

@IrvG_Official

@thatsidewaysdud

@NABNewsroom

@metickleu

@cprlaprimera

@miteaorganic

@komediangold

@stw_pdg

@mlbbhub

@jandakembangstw

@zaabelloe

@BlisseyEvol

@jandakembangstw

@WJBRfm

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

A lot of people are using this as an opportunity to dunk on the reporter. When the macro-level issue is sports departments being cut or sending a news reporter to cover. The TV station this reporter is from used to carry a 3-person sports team & now don’t have a sports person

Dave Connelly

@DaveConnellySG

5 months

Oh no… A reporter asked #Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles about how the team is preparing to get acclimated to the weather in Detroit ahead of Sunday’s game. The Lions have played in a dome for nearly 50 years.

2K

3K

30K

372

595

4K

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

In an era where some want to knock NIL opportunities for college athletes, I found AD Mitchell’s answer on the topic enlightening. “Players gave their blood, sweat and tears for free…Now, I’m able to take care of my daughter and pay for daycare every week.”

64

387

4K

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

A special message for Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark as Texas punches their ticket to Arlington.

79

696

3K

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

“I think we deserve to be in the CFP, put us in the playoff and you’ll see why,” said Jordan Whittington

10

84

2K

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

"Making 90 and 93 (Byron Murphy and T'Vondre Sweat) captains was intentional," said Steve Sarkisian. "You want to call out our culture, I wanted them to look those guys in the eyes at midfield." #HookEm

7

114

1K

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Steve Sarkisian leads Texas off the plane followed by Christian Jones holding the Longhorn flag. #HookEm

5

58

724

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Dylan Disu — “RT helped save basketball for me. He really helped reignite my love for the game with his coaching style. I’m forever grateful for him.”

18

48

713

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 years

Love him or hate him, it's incredible how LeBron has lived under such scrutiny since age 16 and has never had any real missteps or scandals.

Richard Deitsch

@richarddeitsch

6 years

Recommend reading this today on @KingJames 's 33rd birthday: @GrantWahl wrote an @SInow cover story on James in 2002 -- when he was 17 and a high school junior. Pretty amazing to read in 2017:

5

129

396

7

143

623

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 months

I don’t claim to know AD Mitchell well. However, the person we covered at Texas last year was the furthest thing from rude and/or abrasive. Honestly, he was one of the easiest players to deal with.

MLFootball

@_MLFootball

2 months

REPORT: #Texas WR Adonai Mitchell is almost uncoachable and his issue is his blood sugar, a scout tells Bob McGinn. “You’re going to have to assign somebody to be next to him for his first few years because his issues are all about his diabetes and his blood sugar,” said a

642

192

4K

12

47

535

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 month

In 2022, Texas didn’t have a single play drafted. Two seasons later, they have their most since 1984. I haven’t been around here long, but I know enough to know that type of jump is all Steve Sarkisian.

4

52

525

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Very emotional Texas locker room postgame. “Brock Cunningham damn near showed me how to be a man,,” said Hunter as he fought back tears.

12

23

489

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

“Taaffe was losing his mind, I gave Jahdae a hug, it was just a lot of excitement that Texas football is in the playoff for the first time,” said Jaylan Ford on the team reaction.

1

23

465

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Brock Cunningham and Dylan Disu share a moment during the Eyes of Texas as their college careers come to an end. #HookEm

10

16

458

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 years

Dan Lebatard made a great point on his show today. Replace USF & UCF uniforms with FSU & Bama uni's and those players get WAY more respect from the committee. It's a shame because that was top 4 talent on the field from both sides. #ChargeOn #UCF

9

103

413

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

For the UCF crowd, Texas Tech and Jones AT&T is a great CFB location. Going to become a favorite trip for Knights fans, easily.

7

23

412

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

Chants of SEC ringing out at Bryant-Denny from the Texas faithful. #HookEm

4

47

401

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

Steve Sarkisian leaving Jack Trice Stadium victorious. #HookEm

3

15

398

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

The celebration begins here in Ames for the Longhorns. #HookEm

0

23

361

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 year

Former Miami cornerbacks’ coach and defensive analyst DeMarcus Van Dyke will join FIU as the team’s cornerbacks coach, per source. The Miami native spent five seasons on the Hurricanes’ staff in several roles. Van Dyke replaces Corey Bell, who joined FAU last weekend.

38

98

353

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

As Johntay Cook's true freshman season extends into the postseason, he's receiving valuable training as the heir apparent to Xavier Worthy. #HookEm

1

23

346

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

The sounds of Lil Boosie “Set It Off” are blaring from Texas’ locker room here at Jack Trice Stadium. #HookEm

2

35

342

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

@AustinHeff Austin, thanks for restoring my faith in humanity/reading comprehension. Why would I decide to give a nuanced take on this app? 😂🤦🏿‍♂️

7

2

340

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Per source, FIU punter Tommy Heatherly is expected to sign as a UDFA with the Miami Dolphins. #PawsUp .

8

73

333

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

The Longhorn faithful who made the trip to Ames are starting to serenade the team as they’ll leave Ames with a win. #HookEm

1

16

338

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 months

Watching Texas baseball in the lobby of my apt when a gentleman walks up. Him: “You a Horns fan?” Me: “I just moved here.” Him: “If you get into the teams, I don’t recommend reading the coverage — a bunch of empty-headed dumbasses covering UT.” Me: “Damn, that’s crazy.”

33

6

329

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 years

You can feel the air let out of the stadium as now both teams rally around McKenzie Milton. #WarOnI4 #UCF #USF

11

78

317

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Texas HC Rodney Terry announces that forward Dylan Disu will be in the starting lineup moving forward. "Regardless of [other players] availability, it was time to move Dylan back into the starting lineup." #HookEm

3

21

312

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas MBB HC Rodney Terry in attendance. #HookEm

0

14

311

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Texas defensive end Barryn Sorrell is expected to return for his senior season, as sources confirm to @Horns247 's @ChipBrown247 . #HookEm

6

23

307

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 year

Personal news (see below): After 5.5 years, my time covering FIU/Conference USA football for SB Nation & UDD is coming to an end on 4/22. It’s been an amazing ride — I’m really excited for the next move. Sincerest thanks to all who have followed the coverage.

95

28

305

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

As Alfred Collins is expected to return, recent history shows that he and Vernon Broughton are next in line for breakout seasons under Bo Davis. #HookEm

3

25

295

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas WR Xavier Worthy is in attendance at Moody Center. #HookEm

1

6

292

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 years

UCF lost a game for the first time in over two seasons. That's cool - I sat through 5-7 & 0-12 as a student. #ChargeOn

8

27

285

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

LB Jaylan Ford and WR Jordan Whittington are the players available here in the terminal. #HookEm

0

19

263

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron announces on Instagram that he'll return to the Longhorns in 2024. #HookEm

2

17

265

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 month

Steve Sarkisian’s statement on Texas DT Byron Murphy being drafted by Seattle. #HookEm

4

38

264

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

QB Quinn Ewers finding the Texas faithful after the final whistle. #HookEm

1

20

258

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 years

26 games ago, the idea of "Orlando's Hometown Team" was far-fetched. There wasn't a National Championship across the facade of the pressbox and UCF wasn't a brand. The Magic Kingdom's biggest fairy-tale has been the last 2 years of Knights football. The journey's just begun. #UCF

9

24

251

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Former FIU wideout Tyrese Chambers released his top-eight schools last night.

23

21

251

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Texas' redshirt sophomore quarterback Quinn Ewers announces he's returning to the program in 2024. #HookEm

2

21

240

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Yesterday was my first trip to Denton. Took about 10 minutes to see why they’re heading to the American. Apogee Stadium is top notch and their facilities are just as impressive (IPF in background).

7

23

234

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas has announced a media availability for tomorrow following the College Football Playoff selection at 11 am. #HookEm

1

19

228

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

The Horns247 staff chose one Big 12 opponent that we would like Texas to schedule in the future. I make the case for the Longhorns scheduling UCF.

12

19

222

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

Steve Sarkisian’s Texas Longhorns become only the 6th team in the last 15+ years to beat Nick Saban’s Alabama team in Bryant-Denny Stadium. Texas wins 34-24 #HookEm

1

30

226

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

FIU lost 10 starters from last year’s team to the portal with several of those coming in after spring ball. Yet, they’re 3-1 and could easily be 4-0. Credit Mike MacIntyre and the culture he’s building down in Miami.

8

33

221

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas is your 2023 Big 12 Conference Champions. #HookEm

2

11

217

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

For all the people worried about Quinn not getting any attention, there’s an 8-foot representation of him here on Decatur. Will report back if I see one Arch.

3

15

216

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

"I'm not surprised he's getting a job like Texas, he's going to do a phenomenal job there." New Texas DL coach Kenny Baker is considered a "rising superstar" among DL coaches. Here's what his former boss says that makes him special. #HookEm

4

27

211

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

Barring a last-minute change, per sources, Memphis DC Mike MacIntyre will be the next head coach at FIU.

47

87

211

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

“I think our guys have earned it, I think we’re playing our best football at the right time,” said Steve Sarkisian.

0

11

212

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Good on the security here in Lubbock as they ID’d the beer thrower and they’re being ejected from the arena.

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Rodney Terry is livid as a beer can nearly nailed the Longhorns from the upper deck following Brock Cunningham’s foul.

6

4

80

16

24

213

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

Here come the Horns. #HookEm

4

13

210

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

For the final time this season, goodnight from Darrell K. Royal Texas-Memorial Stadium. See you from Jerry’s house next Saturday.

0

9

203

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 years

FIU fought off a hostile environment in their final "home" game to upset the favored Hurricanes and become bowl-eligible. #PawsUp #CUSA

FIU Shocks Miami with a 30-24 Victory

Butch Davis returns to the grounds of the Orange Bowl as FIU stuns Miami.

www.underdogdynasty.com

3

35

200

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Jaylan Ford announces he’ll forego his COVID year of eligibility and end his Texas career. Easily one of my favorite Longhorns, Jaylan was one of the most thoughtful and insightful players during availability. Best of luck at the next level. #HookEm

Jaylan Ford

@Jaylanfxrd

5 months

To my longhorn family, thank you. Love, 41🫶🏾

316

725

6K

4

8

201

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Good afternoon from the Superdome and the media’s 15-minute viewing window of Texas’ practice. And yes, Texas is playing Boosie “Set It Off” again. #HookEm

1

27

193

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

"I’m telling you that we would not be where we’re at today if it weren’t for Jaylan Ford.” Despite a pair of coaching staffs being unsure about him initially, Jaylan Ford's intangibles have made him an invaluable Longhorn. #HookEm

0

12

192

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

9 months

The postgame scene following Texas’ win over Alabama. #HookEm

2

17

193

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Good morning from the Superdome as Texas’ Sugar Bowl media day is set to begin at 8. #HookEm

1

10

191

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

Sixth... That's why if you're UCF, Cincy or any G5 team (for the time being) claim all of the national championships. Because you're not any closer to getting in the CFP soon.

5

35

191

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

In the least shocking thing ever, Brett Yormark is being booed again during the Big 12 Championship Trophy presentation as he’s awarding the trophy to the Longhorns. Wasn’t quite as intense as football.

4

15

186

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 year

For the final time, goodnight from FIU. #PawsUp

17

10

183

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Welcome to the Big 12.

Front Office Sports

@FOS

2 years

UCF may spend up to $4.8 million to "start design" for its proposed new $125M football campus project, per @OBJUpdate 🏟 ➖ "Recovery river," $5.81M ➖ New plaza, $4.36M ➖ Relocation of practice field, $4.74M ➖ Stadium tower, $60.09M

23

132

941

6

15

180

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Little bit of Arch Manning running with the twos now given the departure of Malik Murphy. #HookEm

3

20

181

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

8 months

Jahdae Barron leaving the field after making the game-saving pass breakup.

5

11

181

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

1 year

After 5 years, our run has come to an end. Received word from the higher-ups that due to budget cuts, the @underdogdynasty podcast is ending. Not enough words, so I just want to thank all of the Conference USA coaches, players, reporters & guests who came on to talk with us.

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

After 4 years of doing a podcast together, it's nice to finally meet @joehio_ in person.

2

53

31

13

179

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Good morning from the team meeting room inside of the Moncrief complex. Texas awaits their fate with the CFP selection looming. #HookEm

2

17

175

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Happy to announce that yours truly is now a voter for college football's top wide receiver yearly. Appreciate the folks over at the Biletnikoff Award for extending an invitation.

20

6

177

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

@cashmahne I’m not disagreeing that a simple Google search wouldn’t have helped. But as I said in the tweet, that’s the micro-level issue. Macro-level is having a staffed sports department.

10

1

171

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

As Brock Cunningham was ejected, more fans have thrown objects onto the court and now Texas Tech has been assessed a technical foul. Grant McCasland has taken the mic to implore fans to cease throwing things.

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Good on the security here in Lubbock as they ID’d the beer thrower and they’re being ejected from the arena.

16

24

213

18

30

176

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 years

Reason number 253 that CFB season can't come quick enough. FIU/FAU & USF/UCF fans are arguing about who's closest to the beach. For the record, Bethune-Cookman is closest. (Nobody specified FBS).

17

19

169

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

With a pair of high-profile commitments in Andrew Mukuba and five-star recruit Xavier Filsaime, Texas' 2024 safety room projects well with the team losing over 60% of the snaps at the position in the offseason. #HookEm

0

12

173

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

I’ve said it before but it can’t be said enough — Lisa Campos and Jeff Traylor have done an unbelievable job at UTSA. Four years ago, UTSA was a middle of the road Conference USA team. Today, they’re back-to-back conference champs and a premier Group of Five program.

2

33

170

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

No. 3 Texas has touched down here in New Orleans. #HookEm

0

10

168

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 years

8 weeks after being injured in a drive-by shooting Anthony Jones is in uniform for FIU. #PawsUp #FIU #CUSAFB

2

53

167

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Shouldn't have been any doubt that Bailey Zappe would set FBS passing records after Western dropped this video.

WKU Football

@WKUFootball

3 years

𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙, 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣 🤠 #GoTops | @baileyzappe04

0

62

278

1

17

167

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Here come the Horns. #HookEm

1

16

164

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Given the North Texas news, I’ll re-up this tweet if only for the fact that someone is going to get a real goldmine of a job.

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Yesterday was my first trip to Denton. Took about 10 minutes to see why they’re heading to the American. Apogee Stadium is top notch and their facilities are just as impressive (IPF in background).

7

23

234

3

28

163

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

Despite the news that Jonathon Brooks will enter the NFL Draft, there's strong reason to believe Texas' RB room can be among the nation's best for a third straight year.

6

13

164

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

Former Maryland and FIU quarterback Max Bortenschlager is expected to participate in rookie mini-camp with the Green Bay Packers, per multiple sources.

3

31

159

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

Four-star Miami Palmetto DT Savion Collins announces his commitment to FIU. He had interest from multiple Power Five schools. #PawsUp

9

25

158

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

4 months

Former Texas quarterback and current Indianapolis Colt Sam Ehlinger is back on the Forty Acres. #HookEm

2

13

159

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Congrats to the 2023 Outland Trophy winner, T’Vondre Sweat.

0

1

159

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

5 months

CJ isn’t the only one on this. I asked Sark about the “lack of pressure” postgame & he noted that he felt they got home, but just couldn’t get Penix to the turf. After rewatching the game and seeing the advanced stats, it further shows Penix was just outstanding that night.

CJ Vogel

@CJVogel_OTF

5 months

I’ve come fully around to the Sugar Bowl result stemming from the other worldness performance by Michael Penix Jr. more so than a complete failure by the Texas defense. Texas got pressure, Penix eluded it. Texas had solid coverage, Penix beat it. When Washington needed a

171

94

2K

4

11

157

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas forward Dillon Mitchell noted that Rodney Terry showed the basketball team a video of Jordan Whittington and Xavier Worthy's hustle play, following the interception at TCU as a teach tool, when asked by @noah_gross27 the relationship between MBB & the football team. #HookEm

3

13

156

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

T'Vondre Sweat is Texas' first consensus All-American DT since 2014 as three Longhorns earn AP All-American honors. #HookEm

0

19

155

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

2 years

FIU opens the week as a 4.5 point underdog against UConn.

5

13

151

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

“Each week we were focused on the opponent, but yeah we also knew that winning in the ways we did the last few weeks would make it hard for (the committee) to leave us out,” said Quinn Ewers.

0

12

152

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

Texas wins its final Big 12 road contest over Iowa State 26-16. Let’s head to Steve Sarkisian’s postgame presser. #HookEm

0

6

152

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Elon Musk Is a Racist Bitch That Looks Like Fungi

@drycleandolo

3 months

Who is even the “big 3?”

3K

659

8K

5

13

149

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Not the most emotional guy in the world. However, my grandma just took my grandpa’s (who passed away 14 years ago) suit out of her closet and told me that I should have it & try it on. That & the fact that she kept it on the hanger/covered in the plastic all this time…😭😭😭

14

3

151

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

7 months

Breaking: Quinn Ewers will start at TCU, per Texas HC Steve Sarkisian.

3

16

150

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 months

Have to credit Max Abmas, who needed six stitches postgame to close up the gash over his eye — but still took the time to talk to the media outside the Texas locker room postgame. Tough dude.

1

6

150

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

Mackenzie Scott donated a combined $80 million to Florida's top-two universities in enrollment (UCF & FIU). There's nothing wrong with going to a private institution, but it's great to see a lot of public school students being set up for success.

4

10

147

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

"We wouldn't be in the position we are without [Maalik]" Following Maalik Murphy's entry to the transfer portal, Steve Sarkisian comments on Murphy's impact to the team. #HookEm

0

12

149

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

3 years

Can independently confirm that FIU head coach Butch Davis will not be retained following the conclusion of the season. FIU Athletics has declined comment at this time.

17

64

146

Eric Henry

@EricCHenry_

6 months

Texas’ 2024 WR room gets a deeper with the addition of former Houston wideout Matthew Golden. Hauled in 2 TDs against the Horns earlier this year. #HookEm

Horns247

@Horns247

6 months

BOOM!!! Texas lands a commitment from Houston wide receiver transfer Matthew Golden! #HookEm Golden is ranked as the No. 26 player in the transfer portal and the No. 4 wide receiver 🔗(FREE):