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Ohio State commit Chris Henry Jr. is now regarded as a five-star wide receiver by Rivals and has captured the hearts of football fans nationwide. As the son of the late Chris Henry, a talented wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals from 2005 to 2009, Chris Jr. carries his father’s legacy and growing reputation.
Chris Sr. recorded 119 receptions for 1,826 yards during his NFL career before his tragic death in 2009, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
On Monday, Chris Jr. shared the Rivals post about his updated rankings and wrote:
"Blessed!
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Fans were thrilled about Chris Jr.'s latest rankings, with one fan expressing:
“Really hope it works out so you can honor your father’s legacy and lace ’em up for the Bengals.”
Another urged him to consider West Virginia University, where his father once shone brightly:
“You know what to do, Chris. Come rock with the old Gold n’ Blue in Morgantown, West Virginia.”
Here is how other fans expressed their reactions.
"That gold and blue would look great on you!" a fan remarked.
"Something about legacy," another quipped.
"Congratulations from Mountaineer Nation. We loved watching your dad," another remarked.
Chris Henry Jr., a 6-foot-5, 195-pound standout from Mater Dei (California), has spoken fondly of his father’s influence, noting their striking similarities.
"I like to watch his West Virginia games. When I watch him, it’s like we run the same, catch the same — it’s crazy," he told WCPO. "It's really important to live up to my dad's legacy. I think about it a lot when I'm on the field. I think he would be pretty proud of me right now, to see where I am.
Henry is rated as a five-star prospect by On3, ESPN and Rivals, with only 247Sports listing him as a four-star.
Chris Henry Jr. shares touching tribute, sparking Mountaineers buzz
The West Virginia Mountaineers football program made headlines this week by hiring Rich Rodriguez as coach. Rodriguez previously led the Mountaineers from 2001-2007, including coaching Chris Henry.
Chris Henry Jr., raised by his father’s former teammate Adam “Pacman” Jones after Chris Sr. died in 2009, is a sought-after prospect in the 2026 class.
On Sunday, Chris Jr. shared a video of his father’s West Virginia highlights on social media, fueling speculation that he might de-commit and head to Morgantown to follow in his father’s footsteps.
National recruiting analyst Greg Biggins praised Chris Jr. saying:
“At close to 6-6 and 195 pounds, he’s one of the longest receivers in the ’26 class, yet his agility and lateral quickness are exceptional. He’s so skilled that he warrants consideration as the top overall recruit, even without playing a ‘premium’ position.”
Henry ranks second in ESPN's 2026 class, the top wide receiver and one of nine five-star recruits.
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