Breece Hall sends clear message about his future with the Jets in the NFL

A new era is set to begin for the New York Jets in the upcoming NFL season, with Justin Fields taking over as the new quarterback and Aaron Glenn stepping in as head coach. Still, while much of the focus is on the immediate future, some are already looking further ahead — including Breece Hall, whose spot on the team beyond this season remains uncertain.

While the running back understands that the arrival of a new coaching staff brings optimism and hope to the franchise, he’s also fully aware that he wasn’t their draft pick — meaning he’ll have to prove himself day in and day out to show he can be a valuable asset to the team.

On top of that, Hall is entering the final year of his rookie contract and doesn’t see an early extension as a realistic option at this point. As a result, he’s choosing to focus entirely on football, rather than external factors off the field.

“I’m not really expecting it before the season,” he told reporters via NFL.com. “We got a new head coach (Aaron Glenn), new GM (Darren Mougey). Obviously, I wasn’t drafted by them, I’m not their guy. So for me, like I said, I’ve got to prove it every day. For me, I’ve got a chip on my shoulder. I feel like right now, OK, it’s my last chance.

Breece Hall #20 of the New York Jets in action against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium on January 05, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

“For me, it’s always been, ‘he’s got potential, he’s got potential,’ but now I want to be the product. It’s all about putting my head down and working. I don’t really want to discuss all the other stuff. For me, I just try to worry about ball right now.”

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A season to improve

Breece Hall is looking to significantly boost his productivity after a somewhat disappointing 2024 season, where he tallied 876 rushing yards and five touchdowns. To improve, he must focus on greater efficiency in the run game, consistently turning carries into more yardage and breaking off explosive plays with increased regularity.

Furthermore, Hall’s receiving contributions were solid with 57 catches for 483 yards, but further development in this area could make him an even more complete threat. Converting more of those receptions into significant gains or crucial first downs will be key to elevating his overall impact on the Jets‘ offense.

Despite trade rumors earlier this offseason, head coach Aaron Glenn’s direct message, “You’re our running back,” provides Hall with crucial reassurance. This vote of confidence should empower him to play freely, focusing on maximizing every touch and re-establishing himself as the dominant, dynamic back the Jets need.