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Packers’ Abanikanda Hails Braelon Allen as Next Derrick Henry Ahead of Preseason Opener

Shared in a WFRV video on X, the endorsement highlights Allen’s physical profile and fuels expectations for a revamped rushing attack under coach Aaron Glenn.

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 08: Braelon Allen #0 of the New York Jets warms up prior to playing a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on December 08, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
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Dec 22, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (0) carries the ball during the first half against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • In a video posted to X by WFRV’s Kyle Malzhan, Packers running back Israel Abanikanda said he believes Allen “can be the next Derrick Henry” and praised his blend of size, burst and all-around skills.
  • Allen enters his second NFL season after posting 334 rushing yards, two touchdowns and 19 receptions for 148 yards as a rookie fourth-round pick in 2024.
  • Standing 6-foot-1 and weighing 235 pounds, Allen converted 14 of 16 short-yardage runs under two yards last season, bolstering power-back comparisons to four-time All-Pro Derrick Henry.
  • The Jets face the Packers in their preseason opener Saturday night with a 31st-ranked rushing offense to overhaul under new coach Aaron Glenn.
  • Allen is set to join lead back Breece Hall under quarterback Justin Fields in reshaping New York’s backfield committee and breaking free from last season’s ground-game struggles.