Injury at practice
New York Jets running back Breece Hall is expected to miss two to three weeks after straining his groin at practice. The team confirmed the injury on Monday. The Jets believe Hall will be ready for the season opener in September.
Hall was hurt during a routine drill. He left the field with trainers and did not return. Tests showed a strain rather than a tear, which is why the timeline is relatively short. The team originally called the injury day to day before settling on the longer estimate.
Backfield plan without Hall
With Hall sidelined, the Jets will lean on backups during the rest of training camp and the preseason. Younger running backs will get more carries in practice and in exhibition games. The team wants to avoid rushing Hall back before the regular season.
Hall has been a central piece of the Jets offense since arriving in 2022. He has been productive as both a runner and a receiver, and his health is a top priority for a team with playoff expectations.
Looking toward Week 1
The Jets open the season in September, and the current timeline puts Hall on track to play. The team will monitor his progress week by week. If he misses more time, the offense will lean more on the passing game.
Hall is expected to remain with the team during his recovery. The Jets have not ruled him out for any regular-season games. The backfield rotation in the coming weeks will give coaches a look at the options behind him.
The injury is the latest test for a Jets roster that has dealt with injuries to key players in recent seasons. The team rebuilt its offensive line in the offseason and added depth at several positions. Keeping Hall healthy for the full season is a stated goal of the front office, and the short timeline for this injury supports that plan.