Entering his second NFL season, New York Jets running back Braelon Allen has the mindset that every head coach wants in his players.

Speaking to the media on Monday, Allen expressed his love for the game while emphasizing that he is a pillar of versatility and is willing to play wherever he is needed.

“I’m the type of guy that’s going to do whatever is asked of me. If they wanted me to play linebacker, I would. If they wanted me to play fullback, I would,” said the Wisconsin product. “That’s something I’ve always done, I’ve played pretty much every position on the field at some point, and I just love football. So, special teams, you’ve got to block somebody or make a tackle, that’s the essence of football. That’s what I’m all about.”

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Entering his second NFL season, Allen is starting to carve out a more defined role in the Jets’ backfield.

The former Wisconsin standout, drafted in the fourth round in 2024, played all 17 games as a rookie. He rushed for 334 yards and two touchdowns on 92 carries, often serving as the team’s go-to option in short-yardage scenarios. He also chipped in as a pass-catcher, hauling in 19 receptions for 148 yards and a touchdown.

Now with a full year in New York under his belt, Allen has turned heads at training camp with his blend of power and vision.

His physical brand of football serves as the perfect counterbalance to quarterback Justin Fields’ elusiveness. In read-option looks and tight red-zone sets, Allen’s bruising style is an ideal fit.

With a bruising frame, a versatile mindset, and an unwavering love for the game, Allen is poised to play a significant role in the Jets’ offensive system this season.