Braelon Allen

ESPN’s Rich Cimini says Braelon Allen “demonstrated plenty of ability” as a pass-catcher during Jets OTAs and minicamp.

As Cimini points out, Allen caught just 49 passes in three collegiate seasons at Wisconsin, but said the 235-pound back has shown “excellent ball skills and terrific body control.” Allen isn’t expected to see much work as long as Breece Hall is healthy, but the rookie fourth-rounder is also the early favorite to serve as Hall’s backup, making him a valuable stash in fantasy leagues. Whether or not Allen would emerge to see a three-down role in Hall’s absence will likely be determined during training camp, but this is an interesting note worth remembering as fantasy drafts begin to ramp up this summer.