Aaron Glenn isn’t letting Braelon Allen’s breakout game change the Jets’ view of Breece Hall.
Even after Allen ripped off a career-high 147 rushing yards and a touchdown in Sunday’s 38-33 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, Glenn made it clear that Hall still matters in New York’s plans. Hall sat out his fifth straight game because of a quad injury, but the Jets coach said the team is not looking to move on from him.
“He’s an important part of what we’re doing, what we’re building,” Glenn said.
Glenn also said Hall was nearing a return, but the Jets chose not to push him back too soon and risk another setback.
“Obviously Braelon did a hell of a job. I think he had close to 150 yards, and I think that speaks for itself. Breece is close, he’s close, but again we want to make sure that we’re handling that situation the right way,” Glenn said.
Allen has done plenty to strengthen his case while Hall has been sidelined. The 21-year-old has gone for at least 78 rushing yards in each of his last four games, and two of those outings have topped 100 yards with a touchdown.
He also told SNY’s Connor Hughes that he saw Hall’s absence as a chance to prove he could handle the starting job.
Still, the Jets are not planning to trade Hall, according to SNY. The team believes the two backs can work together once Hall is back on the field, and Hall’s place in the organization remains secure after signing a $43.5 million extension.
For now, New York is focused on getting Hall fully healthy instead of forcing him back early. The Jets are 2-6 after the loss to Las Vegas and will face the Kansas City Chiefs next.
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