The New York Jets may have found a steal in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft when they selected former Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen with the No. 134 overall pick. Despite being one of the youngest players in the entire class and possessing excellent size at 6-foot-1, 235 pounds, there were nine running backs selected over him.

New York Jets rookie running back Braelon Allen has gotten off to a strong start this season, prompting some fans to wonder how he fell to the fourth round

Allen first broke through with a seven-carry, 33-rushing-yard, four-reception, 23-receiving-yard, two-touchdown performance in the New York Jets’ Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans. His 20-yard rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter proved the difference in the 24-17 win.