Ravens Pro Bowler Rule Out Week 5 After Serving Jail Sentence for Repeat DUI
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Baltimore, October 04, 2025 — The Baltimore Ravens are facing a major setback as a 31-year-old running back Derrick Henry must serve a four-day jail sentence for driving under the influence (DUI), ruling him out of the Week 5 game against the Houston Texans. The incident occurred on the evening of September 15, 2025 in Baltimore, when local police stopped his car on I-95 after reports of erratic driving. A breath test showed a blood alcohol level above the legal limit (0.08%), along with clear signs of intoxication such as a strong smell of alcohol and slowed reactions. He admitted the offense and cooperated with authorities, but this was his second DUI-related incident (the first occurred five years ago), resulting in a stiffer court penalty.
According to a Baltimore court ruling in early October 2025, he was sentenced to four days in jail starting October 3, 2025, fined $2,500, had his driver’s license suspended for six months, and must attend an alcohol treatment program. The jail term was shorter than initially expected thanks to his positive community record and witness statements, but it still overlaps with the team’s key schedule. His absence is a significant blow to the Ravens’ offense, where he has 450 rushing yards and six touchdowns through the first four weeks of the 2025 season.
At present, the Ravens’ front office and head coach John Harbaugh are actively working with attorneys to seek an earlier release, potentially through electronic monitoring or a sentence reduction based on community contributions. An internal source revealed that the team has filed an emergency appeal, hoping he can return to practice by October 6, 2025. Harbaugh said at a press conference this morning: “We fully support Derrick Henry during this difficult period. He is an important part of the Ravens family, and we’re doing everything we can to help him through it, including coordinating with the justice system to reduce his time served. This is a lesson for everyone, but we believe he will come back stronger.”
In the meantime, Justice Hill and backups such as Keaton Mitchell are expected to take on larger roles to sustain the offense’s rhythm. The Ravens are 3–1, and the matchup with the Texans is seen as an opportunity to strengthen their lead in the AFC North. Fans are closely following the situation, hoping for Derrick Henry’s swift return to the field.
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