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Is Breece Hall getting Wally Pipped?

More than 100 years ago the New York Yankees had a starting first baseman named Wally Pipp. Pipp was a good player. He had a long, successful 15 year career. He led the league in fielding percentage three times, led…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 3:37 AM
Is Breece Hall getting Wally Pipped?
Key Things to Know
  • MacGregor Wells questions whether Braelon Allen could permanently replace Breece Hall as the Jets' lead running back.
  • Breece Hall missed four games after suffering an injury against the Detroit Lions on September 27.
  • Braelon Allen recorded 421 yards from scrimmage and 357 rushing yards across four starts in Hall's absence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer MacGregor Wells examines whether New York Jets running back Breece Hall could lose his starting role to backup Braelon Allen. Hall suffered an injury on September 27 against the Detroit Lions, leading to a four-game absence. In his place, Allen stepped in as the primary ball carrier and delivered strong statistical performances that challenge Hall's status as the undisputed starter.

Wells notes that Allen accumulated 421 yards from scrimmage and 357 rushing yards over the four-game starting stretch, averaging five yards per carry. While acknowledging Allen's smaller sample size, the author argues that the Jets should consider whether Allen provides a more effective long-term option than Hall atop the depth chart.

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