New York Jets Urged To Sign Veteran Free-Agent Running Back
The New York Jets' roster is filled. And to a website that ranked its fourth-best in the NFL this week, their roster is also formidable.
But some still believe there are holes to fill, and that improvements could be made before the team reports for training camp in Florham Park on July 23.
New York Jets Urged To Sign Veteran Free-Agent Running Back
Breece Hall is the Jets' burgeoning star running back. The Jets drafted Wisconsin's Braelon Allen. But could Kareem Hunt be a veteran backup?
"Kareem Hunt's 2023 contract was a one-year, $1.35 million deal that carried a $1.25 million cap hit," writes ClutchPoints. "A similar contract would be no problem for the Jets who have a projected $6.25 million of free cap space. The Jets need to kick the tires on Hunt, or a similar player who brings the same things to the table, if they want to insulate themselves from injury in 2024."
Last season with the Cleveland Browns, Hunt played 15 games. In a diminished role, he carried 135 times for 411 yards and nine touchdowns. Hunt also caught 15 passes for 84 yards.
Hunt, who will turn 29 in August, may have lost a step. But his experience and talent could be still be a step up for the Jets.