Herschel Henderson brought size, ball skills, and versatility to Northwestern’s secondary
Herschel Henderson was a 6-3 defensive back who could play safety or corner, and in the 2005 season he was praised for his work ethic and toughness, earning Northwestern’s Marcel Price Award for enthusiasm and dedication to the program[1][5]. In the 2005 season, he recorded 50 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 3 interceptions, and 5 pass breakups, while also producing a 47-yard interception return that swung momentum for Northwestern[11][13]. The big takeaway: he offered length, playmaking, and competitive energy that coaches love in a versatile secondary piece[1][11].
