The Jets activated running back Breece Hall off the physically unable to perform list Tuesday, allowing him to return to practice for the first time this training camp.
The Jets also agreed to sign running back Dalvin Cook to a one-year deal Monday, initially raising questions for some that Hall’s recovery. However, those concerns shouldn’t have been all that valid. The Jets had always wanted to take their time with Hall and being able to add a back like Cook made that easier for the Jets.
Now that Hall is back at practice, there’s a chance he can return for the season opener against the Buffalo Bills on September 11. But Hall understands this is a marathon and not a sprint.
Hall told the media Tuesday he feels he’ll be ready for Week 1 but that he won’t rush the process and will listen to coaches and trainers so that he can be 100 percent again.
Hall returned to practice in a light fashion Tuesday, knowing he has “bigger things to accomplish.” He said he wants to take things “day by day.”
With Cook now in the mix, both Hall and the Jets can take things day by day, which could eventually lead to the team having one of the best 1-2 punches at running back in the NFL.