Hall Injury Scare
Jets Star Breece Hall Exits Practice with Non-Contact Injury, Raising Season Concerns
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ESPN's Rich Cimini described Hall going down 'untouched' while running after a catch, highlighting the non-contact nature of the incident and fueling early groin/upper-thigh injury speculation.
Hall is coming off a lucrative off-season deal—three years, $43.5 million—and followed a 1,000-yard rushing season last year, underscoring why the Jets view him as a central piece of the offense.
Several outlets noted the injury occurred during a swing-pass in a red-zone drill on grass, with trainers evaluating him and discussion centering on a possible groin issue as he walked off under his own power.
If Hall were to miss time, Jets observers already point to depth concerns, noting Braelon Allen as the top backup with Isaiah Davis and Kene Nwangwu in reserve as potential fillers.
New York Jets running back Breece Hall suffered a groin strain during a Monday training camp practice, head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed. Hall went down untouched while catching a swing pass in a red-zone drill and walked off the field with trainers, according to CBS Sports and Bleacher Report.
Glenn downplayed the injury, saying it was not a big deal, per Bleacher Report. But the timing still rattles Jets fans. Hall just signed a three-year, $43.5 million extension and is expected to be the engine of New York's offense in 2025.
How the Injury Unfolded at Practice
The injury happened on grass during a pass-catching drill on August 17. Hall caught a swing pass, then suddenly pulled up and went down without any contact. Newsweek noted ESPN's Rich Cimini described Hall going down 'untouched' on the play. Trainers came onto the field and escorted Hall to the medical tent.
CBS Sports reported head coach Aaron Glenn identified the injury as a groin strain. A groin strain is a tear in the muscles of the inner thigh. These injuries can range from mild to severe. The fact that Hall walked off under his own power is a positive early sign.
Hall's Big Contract Makes Every Injury Scarier
Hall is coming off a strong 2024 season in which he rushed for over 1,000 yards. This offseason the Jets rewarded him with a three-year, $43.5 million deal. That contract signals how central he is to everything New York wants to do on offense.
Hall also had a torn ACL in October 2022, which cost him most of that season. He has since returned to star form. But injury history makes any new setback harder for fans and the front office to shake off, even when coaches say not to worry.
Jets' Backfield Depth Already Thin Behind Hall
If Hall has to miss time, the Jets do not have a lot of proven options behind him. Braelon Allen would step in as the top backup. Isaiah Davis and Kene Nwangwu are also in the mix, but neither has shown they can carry a full workload at the NFL level.
AOL reported that the injury is not expected to be a major setback. Still, no official timetable has been given. The Jets may need to add depth at running back if Hall's groin keeps him out of early regular-season games.
Preseason Context: Hall Had Just Played Friday
Hall had appeared in the Jets' preseason game just days before the injury scare. He carried the ball four times for 16 yards. The injury then struck at practice on Monday, August 17, per iHeart Business News.
No official update on Hall's return timeline has been released. The Jets and fans will watch closely over the coming days. A groin strain that is caught early and treated well can heal in one to three weeks. A more serious strain could take longer and threaten his availability for Week 1.
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