Braelon Allen opened the 2025 season with a bang for the Jets, scoring his first TD on an eight-yard run in Week 1 against the Steelers. He finished with six rushes for 9 yards and a score, rotating as the No. 2 back behind Breece Hall. Hall dominated touches with 19 carries for 107 yards and 38 receiving yards, while Justin Fields operated the offense. New York tangibly pushed for a win but fell 34-32, and a Week 2 date with Buffalo awaits.

Allen’s rookie résumé and power at the goal line suggest upside behind Hall if workload and efficiency hold. The Jets will likely lean on a committee approach early, but Allen’s Week 1 contribution signals he’s a real fantasy handcuff with legitimate TD equity, especially in favorable matchups.