The New York Jets are staring down a big decision this offseason: what to do with Breece Hall. The 24-year-old running back is set to hit free agency in March, and while keeping him in green and white feels like the obvious move, there’s a growing sense that both sides might be ready for a fresh start.
Hall has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise stagnant Jets offense. Despite operating behind a shaky offensive line and within a unit that struggled to consistently move the ball, Hall still managed to rack up 1,065 rushing yards and four touchdowns on the ground. He added another 350 yards and a score through the air, showing the kind of dual-threat ability that makes him a nightmare for defensive coordinators.
And that’s exactly why his name is starting to pop up in connection with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Kansas City reportedly had eyes on Hall as far back as the 2025 trade deadline, and with his contract expiring, the door could be wide open for the defending champs to make a move. The fit makes a lot of sense.
The Chiefs have leaned heavily on Patrick Mahomes’ arm for years, but when he's not under center-or even when he is-the offense could benefit from a more consistent and explosive ground game. Hall would bring that in spades.
Imagine Andy Reid drawing up plays for a back who can take it 60 yards on a stretch run or split out wide and beat a linebacker in coverage. That’s the kind of versatility Hall brings, and it’s something Kansas City hasn’t had in the backfield since their early Super Bowl runs. He’d instantly become one of the most dynamic weapons in that offense-and that’s saying something when you’re lining up alongside Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice.
From a financial standpoint, the Chiefs are in a position to make this work. They're projected to be $54 million under the salary cap heading into the offseason.
Sure, some of that space will go toward re-signing key contributors and patching other holes, but GM Brett Veach has shown time and again that he knows how to maneuver the cap. Restructures, cuts, extensions-he’s got the tools to create the room needed to land a player like Hall.
Spotrac projects Hall’s next deal to come in around $41 million over four years. That’s not cheap, but for a 24-year-old back with elite upside, it’s a price tag that feels more like an investment than a gamble-especially for a team like Kansas City that’s built to win now.
There’s still plenty that needs to happen between now and March, but if Hall does hit the open market, don’t be surprised if the Chiefs are one of the first teams to pick up the phone. For a team looking to stay on top, adding a playmaker like Breece Hall could be the kind of move that keeps the Lombardi Trophy within arm’s reach.