The New York Jets are staring down a pivotal offseason, one that could shape the trajectory of the franchise for years to come. With questions swirling around the quarterback position and holes across the roster, there’s no shortage of work to be done. But amid the uncertainty, one thing is crystal clear: Breece Hall needs to be part of the plan.
Hall, still just 25 years old, remains one of the few bright spots on a Jets offense that struggled mightily in 2025. Despite operating behind a shaky offensive line and within a system that lacked consistency under center, Hall turned in a quietly impressive season - racking up 1,065 rushing yards and four touchdowns on the ground, while adding another 350 receiving yards and a score through the air. That kind of dual-threat production doesn’t just grow on trees.
Now, the Jets are facing a decision. Hall is eligible for a new deal, and according to a recent projection, he could be looking at a four-year, $41.56 million contract - an average of about $10.39 million per year.
In today’s running back market, that’s a significant commitment, but not an outrageous one. For a player of Hall’s caliber and age, it feels like a fair starting point.
But here’s where things get tricky. Hall holds some leverage.
If he doesn’t like the terms being offered, he could push for the franchise tag - which would reportedly cost the Jets around $14.5 million for one season. That’s a steep price, especially for a team with multiple roster needs and a quarterback situation that remains unresolved.
Still, Hall’s value to this offense can’t be overstated. He’s not just a runner - he’s a playmaker.
He’s the kind of back who can turn a busted play into a big gain, and the kind of safety valve a developing (or struggling) quarterback desperately needs. In short, he’s the kind of player you build around, not let walk.
The Jets didn’t move Hall at the trade deadline, a sign they still see him as a core piece. And with ample cap space and draft capital this offseason, they’re in a position to make a strong offer.
Whether that’s the projected $41.56 million deal or something even more lucrative remains to be seen. But if the Jets are serious about turning this thing around, locking up Hall should be near the top of their priority list.
Because while quarterbacks may dominate the headlines, having a dynamic back like Breece Hall - one who can carry the load, catch out of the backfield, and take pressure off the passing game - is invaluable. Especially for a team still trying to find its identity on offense.
Bottom line: the Jets have a lot of decisions to make this offseason. But keeping Breece Hall in green and white shouldn’t be one of the hard ones.