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Jets Sign Breece Hall, third-highest RB AAV.

5/9/2026

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Breece Hall Extension

The New York Jets signed Breece Hall to a three-year, $45.75 million extension.
The contract gives Hall a $15.25 million AAV, the third-highest for NFL running backs.
It includes $29 million guaranteed and lets Hall avoid a $14.293 million franchise tag for 2026.
GM Darren Mougey and agent Nicole Lynn finalized the contract after 2026 Draft, with Hall saying it made him cry after 1,065 rushing yards in 2025, Jets’ first 1,000-yard season since 2015.

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Breece Hall Extension

The New York Jets have made Breece Hall a piece of their offense, adding two 2027 first-round picks and cap space.
Offensive coordinator Frank Reich said he will revive Hall’s role and increase his passing targets.
Hall logged 5,040 scrimmage yards (14th league-wide) and voiced disappointment the Jets kept him after trade talks.
His deal is cited as a market reference for upcoming contracts for Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs.

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Breece Hall Extension

The New York Jets signed Breece Hall to a three-year, $45.75 million extension.
The contract gives Hall a $15.25 million AAV, the third-highest for NFL running backs.
It includes $29 million guaranteed and lets Hall avoid a $14.293 million franchise tag for 2026.
GM Darren Mougey and agent Nicole Lynn finalized the contract after 2026 Draft, with Hall saying it made him cry after 1,065 rushing yards in 2025, Jets’ first 1,000-yard season since 2015.

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