According to Dennis Waszak Jr. of the Associated Press, the New York Jets have listed rookie running back Braelon Allen (back) as questionable for Sunday's match against the Los Angeles Rams. Allen logged two limited sessions to open the week but was upgraded to a full participant on Friday. However, the rookie still carries a questionable tag. Allen saw an increased workload in Week 14 with Breece Hall sidelined as he tallied 43 yards on 11 attempts and added 38 yards on four receptions. Even if Allen is able to suit up on Sunday, he should not be viewed as a viable fantasy option as Breece Hall will be expected to lead the backfield. Seeing that Hall was not on the injury report all week suggests he is past his minor knee injury and will take on his normal workhorse role.
Braelon Allen, Isaiah Davis Limited With Back Injuries
New York Jets running backs Braelon Allen (back) and Isaiah Davis (back) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. As the Jets prepare for Week 16, Allen and Davis are two names to monitor. Typically, players who are limited on Wednesday manage to log full sessions by Friday, but that's never a guarantee. Having Allen and Davis available is key for the Jets as they look to take some of the workload off Breece Hall's shoulders. Hall, who missed Week 14 with a knee injury, returned last Sunday but registered just nine carries and two receptions. Assuming Allen and Davis both play this Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, the two rookies would be candidates to earn a handful of touches.
Breece Hall, Braelon Allen Not Practicing On Wednesday
New York Jets running backs Breece Hall (knee) and rookie Braelon Allen (back) are both sitting out of Wednesday's walkthrough practice and are being evaluated. The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt reports that Hall is further along with his injury than Allen, according to interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich, which means Hall is more likely to play in Week 16 against the Los Angeles Rams. Hall did not play in the Week 14 loss to the division-rival Miami Dolphins but was active this past Sunday in the win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, carrying the ball nine times for 30 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for an extra 21 yards. Allen and Isaiah Davis combined for seven carries. The 23-year-old was not efficient but saved his fantasy day with a TD. He should be able to suit up this Sunday against the Rams, and if he does, he'll be more of a low-end RB2 for fantasy managers.
Braelon Allen Sees Two Carries, Has Injury Scare On Sunday
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen carried the ball twice for five yards in a 32-25 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 15. Allen was expected to operate as Breece Hall's main backup but he did miss some time in the contest with a back injury, leaving the backup role for Isaiah Davis. While Allen did ultimately return to the game on Sunday, his status is now in question heading into a Week 16 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, making Davis worth a look as a waiver stash for this upcoming week.
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen is expected to see his workload decrease heading into Week 15 of the NFL season. Allen broke out with 11 carries for 43 rushing yards last Sunday, plus four catches for an additional 38 yards through the air. However, he had earned these additional opportunities by stepping up with Breece Hall (knee) sidelined. In the loss to Miami, Allen and Isaiah Davis split touches. This weekend, though, Hall is expected to play. He might not be 100 percent, so Allen should still earn several carries, but the rookie's workload likely isn't large enough to justify starting him in fantasy football. Even against a team like the Jaguars, who have allowed the second-most fantasy points to running backs, Allen is best viewed as a high-end RB4.
Braelon Allen A Low-End Flex Option In Week 15 If Breece Hall Plays
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen failed to capitalize on his increased role with Breece Hall (knee) out of action in Week 14, rushing for only 43 scoreless yards. His time as the team's lead back may be short-lived as Hall is looking likely to return to action in Week 15 against the Jacksonville Jaguars after he logged a full practice on Friday. The Jaguars have struggled against running backs this season, allowing the second-most fantasy points per game to the position. If Hall ultimately ends up being inactive, Allen can be treated as an RB2 in Week 15 but if Hall plays, downgrade Allen to a desperation flex.
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen carried the ball 11 times for 43 yards and caught four of his five targets for 38 yards in a 32-26 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 14. Allen got the chance to start with Breece Hall (knee) inactive for the game but he failed to live up to expectations, turning in a pedestrian 3.9 yards per carry in the high-scoring loss while it was fellow running back Isaiah Davis who found the end zone on a 17-yard run in the second quarter. Allen's fantasy value heading into Week 15 against the Jacksonville Jaguars will hinge on Hall's availability.
Braelon Allen Could Be In Line For Expanded Role In Week 14
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen could get his chance to lead the team's backfield in a Week 14 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Starter Breece Hall (knee) missed practice all week and is listed as doubtful for the upcoming matchup, which would pave the way for Allen to start and get the majority of the backfield touches for the Jets in a decent matchup against a Miami defense that is allowing the 11th-most fantasy points per game to opposing running backs this season. Allen needs to be rostered in all fantasy leagues and can be started as an upside RB2 in fantasy if Hall ultimately doesn't end up playing in Week 14.
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen carried the ball five times for 11 yards and added two catches for 16 yards in a 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13. With Breece Hall nursing a knee injury heading into the game, Allen turned in his most productive game in the passing attack since late September while the normally productive Hall failed to catch his lone target. Allen remains a high-end handcuff in fantasy but he continues to have very little standalone value with Hall active. That being said, he needs to stay rostered in all fantasy leagues in case Hall's knee injury becomes more of an issue late in the season. Allen will take on the Miami Dolphins in Week 14.
Braelon Allen Could Be In Line For A Larger Role In Week 13
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen comes out of his bye to face off against the Seattle Seahawks at home in Week 13. Allen has been mostly phased out of the team's offense of late as he has just 13 total carries over his last three contests. That being said, Breece Hall (knee) is listed as questionable with a knee injury for Week 13's contest. While recent reports are that Hall is expected to play, Allen is worth a look as a potential lead back in case Hall has a setback and ultimately doesn't end up taking the field. If Hall does end up playing, Allen won't be startable in fantasy but he needs to be rostered as a high-end handcuff nonetheless.
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