Henley began his college career at Nevada, where he played wide receiver for his first two seasons.[2] Henley caught 17 passes for 232 yards and three touchdowns before being moved to defense before the start of his junior season. He suffered a season-ending injury and used a medical redshirt on the year.[3] Henley made 49 tackles as a redshirt junior.[4] In 2021, he made 103 tackles with three tackles for loss and four interceptions and was named second team All-Mountain West Conference.[5] Following the end of the season, Henley entered the NCAA transfer portal.[6]
Henley ultimately transferred to the Washington State Cougars for his final season of NCAA eligibility over offers from USC, Kansas State, and Washington.[7][8]
Henley was drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in the third round, 85th overall, of the 2023 NFL draft.[11] As a rookie, he appeared in 15 games and made 16 total tackles (nine solo).[12]