This is good news, but Braelon Allen is still a priority backup RB pick in the second half of drafts and I still wouldn't take Hall before Montgomery or Javonte [Quoted](

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PositiveSleeperAug 17, 2026Flock Fantasy

The source recommends taking an upside shot on Braelon Allen as a late-round running back target, specifically because he is behind a banged-up starter; if the starter is healthy by the season opener, the backup can simply be cut.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

With Breece Hall dealing with groin strain and Isaiah Davis already sidelined, Braelon Allen would lead Jets backfield if Hall forced to miss practice time. However, head coach Aaron Glenn downplayed Hall's injury severity, suggesting Allen unlikely to see significant early-season role.

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PositiveSleeperAug 17, 2026Underdog Fantasy Football Show

Braylon Allen is a freak athlete who has shown breakaway speed and strength. The source ranks him as a draftable player, noting his potential to climb rankings if there is continued uncertainty regarding Breece Hall's health.

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PositiveValueAug 17, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden

Braelon Allen is considered draftable and is currently ranked as RB53/54, with potential to climb further due to Breece Hall's groin injury. He is viewed as a freak athlete and a fair comparison to players like Brian Robinson, Tyler Allgeier, and Zach Charbonnet.

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PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Braelon Allen was the next man up after Breece Hall in preseason week 1 and made the most out of his snaps, ripping off a 31-yard touchdown run that highlighted nice footwork and speed for a man his size. This was a nice data point for Allen, though Isaiah Davis (knee) was sidelined, so it's still too early to definitively call the 22-year-old the clear handcuff behind Hall.

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PositiveNewsAug 17, 2026Sigmund Bloom

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here's 22-year-old Braelon Allen ripping off a 31-yard touchdown run over the weekend [Retweeted](

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NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Braelon Allen is the third-year backup running back who would likely be leaned upon if Breece Hall is forced to the sideline. Allen had a 31-yard touchdown run in Friday night's preseason opener.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Jets RB got the other snap on the opening drive and then ran for a 31-yard TD on the next drive with the backups in preseason Week 1, showing explosive potential in limited opportunities.

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NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

If Hall misses time, Allen would likely step into the lead back role but would probably split carries with Isaiah Davis, another 2024 draft pick. Davis has posted near-identical career numbers to Allen (410 yards, two touchdowns on 73 carries) but carries a superior 5.6 yards-per-carry average compared to Allen's 3.7.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Allen is listed as Breece Hall's backup on the Jets' depth chart. The 2024 fourth-round pick has appeared in 21 games over two seasons with 410 yards and three touchdowns on 110 carries; he played just four games last season due to an MCL injury but looked good in the 2026 preseason debut with 44 yards and a touchdown on four carries.

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PositiveNewsAug 17, 2026Pat Thorman

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Wake up Check football twitter Question life choices Grab Braelon Allen in 9 slow drafts Return to bed

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NegativeInjuryAug 17, 2026Jack Miller

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Braelon Allen's UD ADP was 195 on 7/21, around the time when multiple Jets beats suggested Isaiah Davis could be RB2. Since then: * Davis suffers knee injury that will cost him a few weeks * Allen has strong training camp * Allen has long TD run in preseason We also have the report that Breece Hall will be featured more prominently this year, and Davis likely figures in some on pass downs if Breece misses time. But do think Allen has cemented himself as the RB2 here after July uncertainty.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026Gang Green Nation

Braelon Allen finally looks ready to deliver on the Jets breakout hype, suggesting the running back is showing the performance and readiness that had been anticipated for him in the 2026 season.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Braelon Allen finally looks ready to deliver on the Jets breakout hype, suggesting he may fulfill expectations as a key contributor in the 2026 season.

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PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Braelon Allen made an emphatic return from an 11-month layoff with a 31-yard touchdown in the preseason opener, signaling he has regained form and remains a factor in the Jets' backfield after extended absence.

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