Devery Henderson
NFL wide receiver and return specialist
Devery Henderson (born February 16, 1982) is a retired American professional football player who spent his NFL career primarily as a wide receiver and return specialist. Selected in the 2004 NFL Draft, Henderson played for numerous teams including the New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders, Chicago Bears, and Philadelphia Eagles. During his 12 seasons in the league, he became known for his exceptional speed and ability as both a receiver and kick returner. Henderson was particularly valued for his special teams play and served as a reliable deep threat on offense. Though he never became a star-level receiver, he carved out a solid journeyman career in professional football, contributing to playoff teams and demonstrating longevity in a competitive league. His career statistics reflect a consistent performer who averaged over 12 yards per reception and scored multiple touchdowns across his NFL tenure.
Athlete
American
1982
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Devery
Germanic origin
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