PHOTO: Alabama's Derrick Henry posts picture of new car, fans immediately criticize him
Alabama running back Derrick Henry posted a picture on his personal Instagram account Monday, making the sophomore a target for criticism.
With numerous athletes from football and basketball programs citing the need for larger stipends, and Northwestern athletes considering a unionization, Henry immediately received negative attention.
Here are an example of the comments directed towards Henry:
I guess Derrick Henry sold his unlimited meal plan. pic.twitter.com/hhlK0hW8TC
— Dan Harralson (@danharralson) May 13, 2014
I'm sure a college kid like Derrick Henry that doesn't come from the greatest of backgrounds could afford this pic.twitter.com/12wzsAOaC3
— Evan McCullers (@emacattack2) May 13, 2014
@cass_sheridan I couldn't even afford the gas for my s-10 in college. That's ridiculous.
— jay riley (@aubietiger14) May 13, 2014
Henry endured a successful freshman campaign with Alabama last season, managing 382 yards and three touchdowns on 36 carries.
[H/T College Spun]
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