Jets coach confirms Breece Hall's return for Week 9 matchup with Chiefs
Head coach Aaron Glenn said running back Breece Hall is expected to be active against Kansas City, though the exact sharing of touches with Braelon Allen remains undecided.
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn announced that running back Breece Hall, who has been recovering from a quad injury, is slated to play in the team's Week 9 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Hall had previously indicated his expectation to return, and the Jets are expected to list him as a full participant on the upcoming injury report.
Glenn declined to detail how the backfield will be divided, stating only that “both guys will play.” Offensive coordinator Frank Reich described having Hall and Braelon Allen together as “a great problem to have,” calling them “two No. 1 backs.” Reich added that Hall remains the primary ball-carrier while the overall usage will be a mix of both players.
Allen has performed well in Hall’s absence, establishing himself as an efficient runner and maintaining a strong fantasy value. The Jets have not indicated any intention to trade Hall before the trade deadline, and Glenn emphasized that Hall is “one of our better players.”
If Hall is cleared after a limited practice schedule this week, he is projected to assume a high-end RB2 role, with Allen continuing to see significant touches as a FLEX-eligible back.