Former Alabama running back Derrick Henry will sign a multi-million-dollar contract with an NFL team in the near future, as he is considered one of the top tailbacks in the 2016 NFL Draft and could be a first- or second-round pick.

But the former Crimson Tide star has already signed an endorsement deal with the world's largest shoe and apparel company before he hears his name called at the draft. Nike has signed Henry, he announced via Twitter Thursday morning.

excited to be a part of the @usnikefootball family ! pic.twitter.com/wMRHXh5qcq — Derrick Henry (@KingHenry_2) April 28, 2016

Nike also signed California quarterback Jared Goff, North Dakota State quarterback Carson Wentz and Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott, Ole Miss offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil, Oregon defensive end DeForest Buckner, Notre Dame wide receiver Will Fuller and Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch, according to its U.S. football Twitter account.

Last season, Henry cemented his name at the top of Alabama and SEC record books with 2,219 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns on 395 attempts. He won the second Heisman Trophy in school history and was a unanimous All-American.

Before the 2015 NFL Draft, former Crimson Tide receiver Amari Cooper also signed an endorsement deal with Nike.