The New York Jets are knee-deep in a rebuild, and while the quarterback situation remains a massive question mark, not everything about this roster needs to be torn down. In fact, there are a couple of cornerstone pieces already in place - and Breece Hall is one of them.
Hall, who just wrapped up a 1,065-yard season on the ground, continues to be the heartbeat of the Jets' offense. Even in a year where touchdowns were hard to come by - he finished with just four rushing scores - his impact was undeniable. He was the most dynamic weapon on a team still searching for stability under center, and he did it behind an offensive line that was far from elite.
So when it comes to free agency, the big question isn’t whether Hall can find a new home - he absolutely could, and a playoff contender would make sense for a back with his skillset and hunger to finally taste postseason football. The real question is whether the Jets should let him go.
And the answer? They shouldn’t.
Under new offensive coordinator Frank Reich, Hall would be a perfect fit. Reich’s system leans heavily on zone run concepts and makes good use of backs in the passing game.
That plays right into Hall’s strengths. He’s not just a between-the-tackles runner - he’s a true dual-threat who can break a game open on the ground or through the air.
In a modern NFL offense, that’s gold.
Reich’s arrival signals a shift in offensive identity for the Jets, and Hall could be the centerpiece of that transition. Sure, it might seem counterintuitive to invest heavily in a running back when the quarterback room is still unsettled and the offensive line needs work. But Hall isn’t just any running back - he’s a game-changer, and players like that can help elevate everyone around them, including a young or developing quarterback.
There’s also the reality that New York isn’t exactly brimming with offensive stars. Garrett Wilson is another player the Jets should lock in long-term, but beyond him and Hall, the cupboard is pretty bare. Letting Hall walk would mean taking a step backward at a time when the team is trying to build momentum.
If the Jets manage to find their quarterback - whether it’s this offseason or next - things could shift quickly. A competent signal-caller paired with Hall and Wilson gives this team a real offensive foundation. That’s the kind of core you can build around, not tear apart.
So now it comes down to logistics. Do the Jets use the franchise tag or transition tag to keep Hall in green and white?
Or can they work out a long-term deal before he hits the open market? Either way, if New York is serious about turning the corner, keeping Breece Hall in the fold needs to be a top priority.