The NFL trade deadline is less than one month away, which means drama is sure to commence. For fans, it’s often a brutal dance to wait impatiently, as some of their favorite players are in the news daily.

Thanks to their horrific 0-5 start, the New York Jets will face some tough roster decisions ahead of the deadline.

Chief among those? Their decision on running back Breece Hall.

The third-year running back has piled up 351 rushing yards on 66 carries—an average of 5.3 yards per attempt, while adding 150 receiving yards on 17 catches. Hall remains on track for a career-best campaign, projecting to eclipse 1,100 rushing yards and more than 1,700 total yards from scrimmage.

Set to enter free agency this offseason, the former second-round pick is quietly building a strong case for a lucrative second contract, whether in New York or elsewhere.

With Hall playing on the final year of his rookie contract and the Jets well out of playoff contention, the trade rumors that swirled throughout the offseason have resurfaced.

Moving the former Iowa State standout before the Nov. 4 trade deadline would be a significant misstep for an already scrutinized front office.

Even if New York fielded calls, the return would likely be underwhelming, perhaps a few late-round selections at best. For a player performing at Hall’s level, that type of compensation wouldn’t justify the move.

Let’s face the situation realistically: We’re talking about the running back position. Those who further devalue the position would argue that the Jets can suitably replace him; yet, nobody can say the return projects out to be worthwhile.

What are we talking about here, a fourth-round pick, perhaps even worse?

That’s just the way it is for the fellas whose position formerly showcased the “workhorse” tag back in the day.

The only scenario where a trade might make sense would be if the Jets received an offer in the range of a third-round pick and additional assets, though that remains unlikely given today’s depressed running back market.

It’s also worth noting that New York doesn’t have to commit to a long-term extension this offseason. The Jets could instead apply the franchise tag, valued at roughly $13.6 million this year, to retain Hall’s rights for 2026.

With an estimated $58 million in projected cap space, per Over The Cap, New York is more than equipped to make that financial commitment.

Not only does the projected trade return feel too underwhelming, but Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey’s messaging also comes into play. How would an in-season trade of this ilk reverberate throughout the locker room?

Dealing Breece Hall would send the wrong message. He’s been one of the few bright spots in a lost season, and New York has the resources to keep him.

Unless a surprising offer surfaces, the New York Jets’ best play—at this current stage of the game—is holding firm and keeping their star in the green and white.