The New York Jets have placed running back Braelon Allen on injured reserve after he suffered a sprained MCL during a kickoff return in their 27-21 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Monday. Jets coach Aaron Glenn described the injury as “pretty serious,” and Allen was seen using crutches at the team facility the following day. While surgery remains a possibility, evaluations are ongoing.
According to NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Allen is expected to miss at least four games. “Braelon Allen to injured reserve, sidelining him a minimum of four games and likely longer,” Schefter tweeted on Thursday.
Fans had mixed reactions to the news, with many expressing concerns about the impact on their fantasy teams. One fan commented, “Allen get healthy so we can trade Breece,” while another shared, “And I traded for Breece Hall before this news dropped. Look at me, man.”
Others see this as an opportunity for Breece Hall to step up. “Finally, the Jets will have to use their super talented RB more often. I don’t wish injuries upon any players and hope for a speedy recovery from Allen, but it’s true!” wrote one fan. Another added, “Now they have no excuse for Breece Hall not touching the rock 30 times a game. Let the guy cook, he has looked great.”
Some fans expressed frustration with how the season is unfolding and criticized the team’s decision-making. “Thought a great season was coming, especially after the Breece trade,” tweeted one fan. Another remarked, “This is what happens when you let a 250-pound guy take punt returns. Dude should be the wrecking ball from the line of scrimmage, not returning balls.”
Through four games, Allen recorded 76 yards and one touchdown on 18 carries.
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**Jets Adjust Running Back Depth Chart Following Braelon Allen’s Injury**
In response to Allen’s injury, the New York Jets have updated their running back depth chart. Despite Allen’s absence, Breece Hall remains the team’s lead running back, even after recovering from a prior ACL and meniscus injury in 2022.
To provide additional depth, the Jets have added Khalil Herbert, a former Chicago Bears teammate of Justin Fields. Isaiah Davis and Kene Nwangwu are listed as the primary backups.
This move aims to stabilize New York’s ground game ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The Jets are still seeking their first win of the season and will look to the revamped running back corps to help propel them forward.
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