Cornerback Anthony Henry might be moving to free safety

Posted on Fri, Jan. 12
cornerback might move to free safety
By RICK HERRIN
STAR-TELEGRAM STAFF WRITER

Cornerback Anthony Henry might be moving to free safety, according to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.

During his weekly radio show on KTCK/1310 AM The Ticket, Jones said the switch was a possibility and the 6-foot-1, 208 pound Henry has played the position before. A four-year starter for South Florida, Henry spent his first three years at free safety before moving to cornerback as a senior. He also played free safety in high school.

The move could help an area of concern for the Cowboys. Pro Bowl strong safety Roy Williams was beat multiple times in coverage and the Cowboys want him closer to the line to use his play-making ability.

If Henry is moved, the Cowboys will be in the market for a cornerback. Rookie Pat Watkins started the first six games at free safety and was benched, but regained his spot.

Henry has battled injuries since joining the Cowboys in 2005. He was slowed by a swollen bursar sac this season, but does not have structural damage. He dealt with groin and abdominal injuries in 2005 and missed four games.