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Report: Jets star RB Breece Hall expected to play vs. Jaguars

Report: Jets star RB Breece Hall expected to play vs. Jaguars

New York Jets star running back Breece Hall is expected to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday after entering the weekend questionable due to a knee injury, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported overnight.

Hall missed New York’s Week 14, 32-26 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins due to his injury, which Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich described as related to an ACL tear Hall had surgery to repair in 2022.

Hall has rushed 164 times for 692 yards and four touchdowns and caught 46 passes for 401 yards and two scores in 12 games this season. His 1,093 yards from scrimmage rank No. 16 in the NFL this year.

The Jets previously ruled backup running back Kene Nwangwu and cornerbacks, starter D.J. Reed and backup Brandin Echols, out against the Jaguars.

Jacksonville only ruled starting tight end Evan Engram out against New York on its Friday injury report. Engram has since been placed on the injured reserve with a labrum injury that will require surgery.

Jaguars vs. Jets: Final injury reports, game statuses

Jaguars vs. Jets: Final injury reports, game statuses

Find Jacksonville and New York’s final injury reports and initial game statuses ahead of the Jaguars and Jets’ Week 15 matchup below.

* indicates status upgrade from the previous practice 

Jaguars injury report

  • TE Josiah Deguara (shoulder) — limited
  • OL Brandon Scherff (knee/shoulder) — limited
  • OL Ezra Cleveland (knee) — limited
  • TE Evan Engram (shoulder) — did not participate

Jaguars game statuses

  • TE Evan Engram: OUT

Analysis: The Jaguars ruled starting tight end Evan Engram out for the season due to a labrum injury that will require surgery on Friday. He will likely be placed on Jacksonville’s injured reserve.

Jets injury report

Note: Jets players who received a rest day on Thursday and returned to practice Friday were removed from New York’s injury report by Jaguars Wire.

  • RB Breece Hall (knee) — full*
  • OL Olu Fashanu (toe) — full
  • DL Haason Reddick (illness) — full*
  • CB Sauce Gardner (hamstring) — full
  • CB Michael Carter II (back) — full
  • OL Alijah Vera-Tucker (ankle) — limited*
  • OL Morgan Moves (wrist) — limited
  • RB Kene Nwangwu (hand) — did not participate
  • OL Xavier Newman (groin) — did not participate
  • CB D.J. Reed (groin) — did not participate
  • CB Brandin Echols (shoulder) — did not participate

Jets game statuses

  • RB Breece Hall: QUESTIONABLE
  • OL Alijah Vera-Tucker: QUESTIONABLE
  • OL Morgan Moses: QUESTIONABLE
  • OL Xavier Newman: DOUBTFUL
  • CB D.J. Reed: DOUBTFUL
  • RB Kene Nwangwu: OUT
  • CB Brandin Echols: OUT

Analysis: The Jets considered three offensive starters, running back Breece Hall, right guard Alijah Vera-Tucker and right tackle Morgan Moses, questionable for Sunday’s matchup. Hall and Vera-Tucker returned to practice Friday after missing Wednesday and Thursday, with Hall seeing a full workload and Vera-Tucker limited.

New York starting cornerback D.J. Reed is doubtful to play against Jacksonville. Reed’s backup, Brandin Echols, was ruled out.

Aaron Rodgers isn’t premium and the Jets need fuel after 25-22 Patriots loss

Aaron Rodgers isn’t premium and the Jets need fuel after 25-22 Patriots loss

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has fully consumed the mental capacity of fans and teammates in 2024. Yet, his leadership has only led to a spiraling losing streak and increased dissonance from the Jets franchise.

Jets fans may want to blame the defense following a 25-22 loss to the New England Patriots in Week 8, but Rodgers and the offense have been a complete drag, continuously starting games slow. Statistical showings may hint that Rodgers was more effective then in prior weeks but with a 40% conversion rate on third down on Sunday, the Jets are spending far too much time racking up yards and not touchdowns.   

Rodgers went 17 for 28 and featured two touchdowns through 57 total plays, leaving just enough room for New England’s tentative backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett to steal the win. Rodgers and the offense averaged 5.9 yards per play and both running backs in Breece Hall and Braelon Allen shared a decent volume of carries. So why is everything on Rodgers one might ask?

Well, with Rodgers’ name undeniably set on the NFL’s Mount Rushmore due to his career success, critics have been totally dissonant towards his indicatively mediocre play of late. Rodgers’ one touchdown per half contribution is not sufficient enough for the Jets who need premium passing to compete in the AFC this season.   

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Jets’ Breece Hall took the loss to the Patriots to heart

Jets’ Breece Hall took the loss to the Patriots to heart

New York Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich said his team’s locker room was “pissed” and “hurt” following a 25-22 crushing loss to the New England Patriots in Week 8.

Nobody showed those emotions more than running back Breece Hall. The leader out of the Jets’ backfield had 80 rushing yards in the defeat but after it, he was taking the loss to heart.

You could see it in his face and heart it in his words.

“Frustrating. Another game of shooting ourselves in the foot,” Hall said. “We shouldn’t have been losing this game.”

From here, the Jets essentially no margin for error. You can tell that Hall knows that.

Hall’s full post-game reaction can be found in the clip below:

3 keys to a Jets victory vs. the Patriots in Week 8

3 keys to a Jets victory vs. the Patriots in Week 8

The New York Jets will hope to add a win to their record in 2024 in Week 8. The team will face the New England Patriots on the road.

As usual, it will never be a walk in the park in the NFL. If the Jets (2-5) expect to beat the Patriots (1-6), there will be a few key things New York will have to focus on against New England.

It will have to be a full-team effort, make no mistake. But these factors could weigh heavy on whether or not New York leave with a win or loss.

Here are three keys to the Jets pulling out a victory against the Pats:

Make Drake a rookie

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When the Jets and Patriots last did battle, veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett was leading the offense. Now rookie Drake Maye is under center. Whether it’s by hitting him or confusing him with their defensive scheme, the Jets need to make Maye look like a rookie QB.

Turnover battle

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The turnover battle always plays a huge role in a win or loss. That was the case for the Jets against the Steelers last week. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw a few very untimely interceptions which gave the ball and momentum away. Cut those down.

Keep Breece rolling

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Since passing-game coordinator Todd Downing has taken over play calling for the Jets offense, running back Breece Hall has been a focal point. He’s handled his extra workload well. If Hall can keep on rolling, it will make New York’s offense a two-dimensional unit and that much harder for the Patriots to deal with.

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Give Jets’ HB Breece Hall the ball and not the blame

Give Jets’ HB Breece Hall the ball and not the blame

Again, New York Jets running back Breece Hall was off to a good start in week seven versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet, passing-game coordinator Todd Downing found a way to alienate him from the game sequence, especially in the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 7

Hall finished Sunday night’s 37-15 loss with six receptions for 103 yards and 12 carries for 38 rushing yards. His struggles on the ground are indicative, and some of his carries should be delegated to rookie Braelon Allen. Ball distribution continues to be an area lacking in the Jets offense as an inability to sustain drives compels them to be more pass heavy.

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Inside a very divided locker room, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is possibly looking for someone to blame and it definitely shouldn’t be Hall after these last two weeks. Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson took some blame for his game-changing drop that led to an interception.

Ultimately, Hall has played better under Downing, but the team’s love for the pass has made his contributions null and void. Until the Jets settle in on an offensive identity they will continue to struggle.

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Aaron Rodgers, turnovers, and terrible towels: Steelers top Jets, 37-15

Aaron Rodgers, turnovers, and terrible towels: Steelers top Jets, 37-15

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was overwhelmed by both the Pittsburgh Steelers defense and the swirling terrible towels in the crowd in Week 7. 

The Steelers made shreds of Rodgers and the Jets offense on “Sunday Night Football,” taking a 37-15 win. 

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More excessive passing was the plan for Rodgers and newly acquired wide receiver Davante Adams. However, the Jets’ very predictable play calling was devoured by Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin. 

Sure, Rodgers had 276 passing yards but needed a whopping 39 attempts to do so. 

After 39 pass attempts and yet another game with more interceptions than touchdowns, it’s time for fans to stop being delusional about Rodgers and hold him accountable. If not, Rodgers’ very toxic ideals will consume what’s left of team comradery, and the losing streak will continue.

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Instant analysis: The Jets look done after loss to Steelers

The New York Jets (2-5) were topped by the Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2), 37-15, in Week 7 on “Sunday Night Football.” The loss stings considering all the recent changes the team has made. Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich is still in search of his first …

The New York Jets (2-5) were topped by the Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2), 37-15, in Week 7 on “Sunday Night Football.”

The loss stings considering all the recent changes the team has made. Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich is still in search of his first win and All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams is, too.

Here is Jets Wire’s instant analysis of the Week 7 loss to the Steelers:

Scoring summary:

First quarter 11:33 Chris Boswell Made 46 Yard Field Goal (3-0 Steelers)

First quarter 2:27: Breece Hall 13 Yard Rush (7-3 Jets)

Second quarter 8:20: Chris Boswell Made 29 Yard Field Goal (7-6 Jets)

Second quarter 5:29: Tyler Conklin Pass From Aaron Rodgers for 1 Yard (15-6 Jets, two-point conversion)

Second quarter 0:27: George Pickens Pass From Russell Wilson for 11 Yards (15-13 Jets)

Third quarter 7:49: Chris Boswell Made 21 Yd Field Goal (16-15 Steelers)

Third quarter 7:15: Russell Wilson 1 Yard Rush (23-15 Steelers)

Fourth quarter 12:09: Van Jefferson Pass From Russell Wilson for 4 Yards (30-15 Steelers)

Fourth quarter 0:26: Najee Harris 10 Yd Run (37-15 Steelers)

In an otherwise poor game on offense, running back Breece Hall managed back-to-back big games. Hall notched a touchdown run of 13 yards to give his team a 7-3 lead early. In addition, Hall shined in the passing attack, leading the Jets with six catches for 103 yards.

The two interceptions quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw were extremely untimely.

Just before halftime, Rodgers tossed one when he was forcing a pass down the middle of the field. Right after, Pittsburgh managed a touchdown with 27 seconds remaining. It wasn’t a backbreaker, but it hurt.

Then in the second half wide receiver Garrett Wilson dropped an easy catch and it was picked off on the deflection. After a long return, the Steelers pounded in that one for a touchdown as well.

Momentum was killed.

Beanie Bishop was the player who picked off Rodgers on both occasions. The second of the two felt like it might have ended the game.

The Steelers were leading 16-15 at that point and the interception, combined with the Wilson drop, and then the long return? The wind went right out of the Jets’ sails. New York did not score another point after that point.

This one is pretty simple: What’s the excuse now? First head coach Robert Saleh is fired, then the addition of All-Pro wide receiver was needed.

Not only was this a loss, it was ugly and might have ended the Jets’ season before Halloween. There was huge hype around this team in New York and it is now completely gone.

The Jets will complete their season series against the Patriots (1-6) as they head to New England for a 1 p.m. kickoff in Week 8.

WATCH: Jets’ Breece Hall rushes in score vs. Steelers

WATCH: Jets’ Breece Hall rushes in score vs. Steelers

Breece Hall has put his team on the board against the Steelers and given the Jets an early lead on “Sunday Night Football.”

With all eyes on receiver Davante Adams following his trade to the Jets this past week, it was Hall that gave the Jets their first points.

On a 13-yard carry in the red zone, Hall beat the Steelers defense to the left side of the end zone. It gave his team the 7-3 lead in the first quarter.

Check out the score below:

Breece Hall didn’t need to improve, the Jets’ play calling did

Breece Hall didn’t need to improve, the Jets’ play calling did

Instead of forcing New York Jets running back Breece Hall in the a-gap on inside zone plays, new play caller for the offense, Todd Downing, sequenced in misdirection, toss, sweeps, and outside runs to create lateral advantages for his dynamic half-back.

By forcing opposing linebackers to pursue Hall laterally, Downing understands that this increases the probability of Hall making defenders miss. While Hall’s nimble stature and quickness allows him to elude tackles in the open field, versus interior linemen, he’s like a candle in a the hot sun.

Inside runs should alternatively be handled by Hall’s reserve, running back Braelon Allen. The Jets did sequence in some 21 personnel versus the Buffalo Bills, with Allen and Hall on the field simultaneously but limited Allen to just three carries.

Hall finished Monday night with 18 carries for 113 yards at a six yards per carry average. However, things will be much more difficult versus the Pittsburgh Steelers defense in week seven.

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While an improved performance on ground may boost morale in the Jets locker room, there’s really little room for moral victories when the team is two games under .500 and two games behind the Bills in the AFC East.

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