Braelon Allen
Braelon Allen is a New York Jets running back who wears No. 0 and enters his third NFL season. He returned in the 2026 preseason from the knee injury that ended his previous campaign, producing the longest play of the Jets’ summer. See the full Jets roster hub.
Background and Path to the Jets
The Jets describe Allen as looking sharp coming off a season-ending knee injury, pointing to a 31-yard touchdown run against Tampa Bay that was the long play of their preseason.
He is part of what the club calls a three-headed monster at running back, working behind Breece Hall and alongside Isaiah Davis in a committee that also carries Kene Nwangwu and fullback Andrew Beck.
Hall enters 2026 off his first 1,000-yard rushing season and 1,415 scrimmage yards, which shapes how the Jets distribute carries behind him.
Career Snapshot
| Period | Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | New York Jets | Rookie season |
| 2025 | New York Jets | Season ended by a knee injury |
| Aug 14, 2026 | New York Jets | 31-yard touchdown run vs. Tampa Bay, the long play of the preseason |
| 2026 | New York Jets | Third season; wears No. 0 |
Current Status
Allen is on the Jets’ active roster after returning from his knee injury. Carry distribution is reflected on the Jets depth chart and any designation would appear on the Jets injury hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Braelon Allen?
Braelon Allen is a running back for the New York Jets who wears No. 0. He is in his third NFL season.
Is Braelon Allen back from his knee injury?
Yes. The Jets reported he looked sharp in the 2026 preseason after the knee injury that ended his 2025 season.
What did Braelon Allen do in the 2026 preseason?
He produced a 31-yard touchdown run against Tampa Bay, which the Jets called the long play of their preseason.
Is Braelon Allen the Jets’ starting running back?
No. He works behind Breece Hall in a committee that also includes Isaiah Davis and Kene Nwangwu.
What number does Braelon Allen wear?
He wears No. 0 for the New York Jets.