Breece Hall
Breece Hall
Breece Hall suffered a quad injury in Week 3’s loss to the Detroit Lions, and the running back might return to the field in Week 9. However, even if he plays, it doesn’t sound like he’ll be the starter. Originally selected in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Iowa State product quickly established himself as one of the league’s more exciting running backs. While an ACL injury limited him to just seven games as a rookie, he still averaged 5.8 yards per attempt despite not having a real passing threat to keep defenses honest.
Throughout the years, Breece Hall has remained one of the few consistent weapons on the New York Jets as the organization itself continuously changed schemes, coaches, and quarterbacks. Now signed to a three-year, $43.5 million contract, Hall has been the leader of the team’s rushing attack before his injury but could return to the field in Week 9. According to the team’s official injury report, Breece Hall was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice.
Breece Hall
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Breece Hall Injury Update: Jets RB Could Play Week 9
While a lot can happen between now and the start of the game, it’s encouraging to see him back on the practice field. While he has yet to fully participate, the fact he’s practicing at all is an encouraging sign. Ultimately, this is good news for the Jets, as the running back’s injury did not look good at the time, and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport himself noted that the injury wasn’t “as significant as feared.”
If Breece Hall needs another week of rest, the New York Jets rushing attack will continue to go through Braelon Allen. A former fourth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Wisconsin product filled in for Hall in Week 3 and finished the night with four carries for 14 yards. He’s continued to serve as the starter in Hall’s absence and has made the most of the opportunity. Through seven games, the running back has recorded 418 yards and two touchdowns on 91 attempts.