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The free-agent running back market takes a hit as the New York Jets secure Breece Hall through 2026. General manager Darren Mougey confirms Hall is off the market, intensifying the struggle for teams seeking talent. Cowboys running back Javonte Williams just signed a three-year, $24 million deal to stay in Dallas, leaving Seattle’s Kenneth Walker as the standout option—if he reaches free agency. Ranked No. 11 in FOX Sports' top 100 free agents, Walker’s future remains uncertain. Behind him, teams eye J.K. Dobbins, Rico Dowdle, and Travis Etienne for value. Unlike Saquon Barkley’s $37.75 million deal two years ago, no star emerges from this group. The Jets’ commitment to Hall complicates the landscape, especially since a franchise tag could cost about $14.5 million. With a weak market and questions around team performances, Walker might be the only bright spot for desperate franchises.
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