FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Breece Hall was the 18th-rated player on the New York Jets' draft board. Based on pure talent, he probably should've been selected higher, according to team officials, but the rating accounted for the devaluation of running backs.
So when the second round began and Hall still was available, the Jets were simultaneously stunned and hopeful. They traded a fifth-round pick to the New York Giants to move up two spots, picking him 36th overall. It could turn out to be general manager Joe Douglas' best draft-day trade.
Used as the RB1 in recent weeks, Hall has compiled 488 yards from scrimmage through five games, which ranks 10th among all players in the NFL.