The New York Jets plan to apply one of the available tags on running back Breece Hall if an agreement isn’t reached before Tuesday’s deadline, general manager Darren Mougey stated on Tuesday.
The Jets can opt for either the franchise tag or the transition tag for Hall.
The franchise tag, projected to be around $14.5 million in 2026, would limit Hall’s options in free agency and ensure the team receives draft pick compensation if they do not match another team’s offer sheet or trade.
The transition tag, estimated at $11.7 million for 2026, would give the Jets a week to match any offer sheet Hall receives, but they would forgo draft pick compensation if they choose not to match.
Hall, selected in the second round of the 2022 draft, earned $10.5 million during his rookie contract. There was significant speculation about a potential trade during the 2025 midseason deadline, but the Jets opted to keep him with hopes of a long-term deal for 2026 and beyond. Following the trade discussions, Hall expressed some frustration in social media posts.
although fluctuating quarterback performances and an inconsistent offensive line, Hall has accumulated 3,398 rushing yards over four seasons (15th in the NFL), achieving a career-high of 1,065 yards in 2025. He’s ranked 14th in total scrimmage yards (5,040) during this period, surpassing 1,358 yards in each of the last three seasons. His career touchdown count stands at 27, with 18 rushing and nine receiving; he has six touchdowns of 42 yards or more.
At 24, Hall has shown durability over the past three years, missing just two games, although he did suffer an ACL tear midway through a standout rookie year. Showcasing exceptional speed, he averaged 5.8 yards per carry at the time of his injury but hasn’t matched that figure since.
Last season saw a decline in his explosive-run percentage and average speed (tracked via GPS), but he is still recognized as a potent dual threat.
In 2025, Hall became the first Jets running back to reach the 1,000-yard mark since 2015, a notable feat on a struggling 3-14 team; however, he was not voted team MVP by his peers. That honor went to punt returner Isiah Williams, a surprising result that raised questions about Hall’s status within the locker room.
ESPN’s Rich Cimini contributed to this report.
