After a dismal 0-7 streak with the Jets, young star with over 1,000 yards paves way out of Jets with controversial postgame comments — Fans outraged, speculating he wants to join rival New England Patriots

East Rutherford, NJ – October, 2025

After a disappointing 13-6 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 7, New York Jets star running back Breece Hall sent shockwaves through the fanbase with a stunning postgame remark, leading many to speculate he’s eyeing a move to archrival New England Patriots.

In a candid postgame interview at MetLife Stadium, Hall unexpectedly praised the Patriots, calling them the AFC’s benchmark: “The Patriots are on another level—built for the Super Bowl. The way they control the game, the way Drake Maye’s offense overwhelms you—that’s pure dominance. I want to play for a team like that, a team that’s not just a contender but the standard.” The comment spread like wildfire on social media, sparking a storm of criticism from Jets Nation. Many labeled Hall a “traitor” for lauding the rival after a lackluster performance (15 carries, 62 yards, 0 TD). The hashtag #HallToPatriots quickly trended in New Jersey, amassing thousands of posts speculating he’s targeting Foxborough.

Hall, 24, a 2022 36th overall draft pick, made his mark with over 1,000 rushing yards last season (1,080 yards). However, the 2025 season has been a disaster for the Jets (0-7 assumed), fueling trade rumors ahead of the November 4, 2025 deadline. ESPN’s Mike Reiss reported the Patriots, needing a running back after Antonio Gibson’s injury, have “made preliminary contact” with the Jets about Hall, potentially offering a 2026 third-round pick. Patriots HC Mike Vrabel, leading the 4-3 Patriots, is said to want Hall to bolster QB Drake Maye’s support.

Jets fans erupted on X, with one writing: “You don’t call the Patriots the ‘standard’ when your team is sinking. Hall’s done with us!” Others believe he’s deliberately “dropping signals” to leave the Jets. Meanwhile, Patriots fans are thrilled at the idea of Hall joining, especially with the team leading the AFC East. An X post from @PatsBuzz garnered 5,000 likes: “Hall with Maye and Diggs? That’s a dynasty!”

Jets HC Jeff Ulbrich declined to comment on Hall’s future, saying only: “He’s a warrior. We’re focused on the next game.” But with the Jets slumping and Hall openly praising the Patriots, the big question lingers: Is Breece Hall just complimenting a rival… or quietly planning a run to New England? As the trade deadline nears, Jets Nation holds its breath, while Patriots Nation dreams of a blockbuster deal.