Richard Earl Hensley (September 8, 1927 – March 7, 2015) was an American professional football end who played three seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears.

He was selected by the Giants in the eleventh round of the 1949 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Kentucky.

[4] He also played in eight games, starting three, for the Richmond Rebels of the American Football League during the 1950 season and scored three receiving touchdowns.

[4] He played in 11 games, starting three, for the Steelers during the 1952 season, recording 12 receptions for 217 yards and two touchdowns.

[4] He appeared in 11 games, starting one, in 1953, totaling four receptions for 117 yards, one fumble recovery and one safety.