Three Backs Jets Should Consider With Braelon Allen out

With running back Braelon Allen expected to miss significant time due to an MCL sprain, the Jets will likely elevate third-string back Isaiah Davis to the backup role, but who becomes RB3?  There are plenty of names floating around on NFL practice squads so we thought we’d take a look at some of the top options.

Donovan Edwards, Washington Commanders: The rookie out of Michigan who impressed for Gang Green this preseason is ripe for the picking as he sits on Washington’s practice squad.  He would obviously know the team’s offense and bring in a young back with starter potential with Breece Hall likely to move on after this season.

Audric Estime, Philadelphia Eagles: Currently on the Eagles practice squad, Audric Estime would be a more appropriate replacement for Allen if the Jets wanted to bring in another power back.  While not as big as Allen at 220 pounds, Estime was a tackle breaker at Notre Dame who was also decent in pass pro.

Gus Edwards, Free Agent: A bruising runner with has averaged 4.7 yards per carry for his career, the 6′ 1” 238 pound former Raven was let go earlier this year by the Chargers.  His limitations as a pass blocker may dissuade the Jets from kicking the tires, but his intriguing size and history of production make him a viable option.

The Jets could of course give Kene Nwangwu a crack joining the rotation as well but given his lingering hamstring issue, the team may not think adding to his workload is the best option at this point.