New York Jets 2025 Running Back Preview: Breece Hall Leads a Group of Question Marks

The article analyzes the New York Jets' running back situation, focusing on Breece Hall's career trajectory. Hall showed superstar potential early in his 2022 rookie season, driving a four-game winning streak with dominant performances: 351 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns on 59 carries (5.9 yards per carry) over four games, projecting to nearly 1,500 rushing yards and almost 500 receiving yards over a full season. His performance masked offensive deficiencies, particularly at quarterback.

However, Hall suffered a season-ending torn ACL during that streak, prematurely ending his Rookie of the Year candidacy and significantly impacting the Jets' season. While showing flashes in 2023, Hall didn't fully regain his rookie form. He managed 995 rushing yards on a solid 4.5 yards per carry and tied for sixth in the NFL with seven 20+ yard runs despite a poor offensive line. His consistency declined, with his success rate dropping from 50% in 2022 to 39.5% in 2023.

Hall's 2024 season started poorly, averaging only 3.0 yards per carry over the first five games, leading to fan criticism and calls for reduced playing time. However, he rebounded significantly over the final eleven games, averaging a robust 4.7 yards per carry, projecting to 1,500 scrimmage yards over a full season. His success rate during this stretch was an above-average 51%, though this strong finish went largely unnoticed.

A notable concern emerged: Hall's production of explosive plays diminished. After recording seven 20+ yard runs in 2023, he managed only three in 2024 (compared to three in just seven games as a rookie). The article suggests playing through injury might explain this decline in breakaway ability.