Update: Hall is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with his groin injury. Head coach Aaron Glenn said he expects Hall to be ready for the regular-season opener against the Titans.

New York Jets running back Breece Hall suffered a right groin strain during Monday's practice and will undergo imaging to determine the severity of the injury.

Head coach Aaron Glenn initially downplayed the concern, saying, "I don't think it was a big deal, but I want to make sure I get the evaluation on that." However, Pro Football Doc believes it is too early to dismiss the injury and says Hall's groin issue is "definitely something to watch."

Hall suffered the injury on a non-contact play during a red-zone period. He caught a swing pass and was running toward the end zone before suddenly dropping to one knee a few yards short of the goal line. Hall limped to the sideline, was evaluated in the medical tent and eventually left for the locker room.

Pro Football Doc Analysis

Pro Football Doc noted that groin injuries are particularly important for running backs because of the constant acceleration, deceleration and cutting required at the position.

While some groin injuries extend lower toward the hamstring and can be less concerning, Pro Football Doc said Hall's injury mechanism appeared potentially more abdominal, which could change the outlook.

"Too early to tell, and you can't judge muscle injuries like this and groin injuries like this," Pro Football Doc said. "But it is definitely something to watch. To say nothing to see here, I think, is not accurate."

Imaging and Hall's response over the coming days should provide a clearer indication of the severity.

Will Breece Hall Be Ready for Week 1?

There is a wide range of potential outcomes until the Jets know the exact nature of Hall's injury.

In the best-case scenario, Pro Football Doc believes the strain proves minor, and Hall is ready for Week 1, although the injury would likely limit him for the remainder of training camp.

The more concerning scenario would be an injury involving the core muscle area. Pro Football Doc cautioned that, in an alarmist worst-case scenario, the issue could eventually require core muscle surgery and lead to a six-to-eight-week absence.

That is not the current expectation, but it illustrates why the injury should be monitored rather than immediately dismissed as minor.

Bottom Line

The severity of Hall's right groin strain remains TBD pending imaging. Glenn's initial comments provide some optimism, but Pro Football Doc believes the injury deserves attention given Hall's position and the apparent location of the issue.

Best case, Hall recovers in time for Week 1. A more significant groin or core muscle injury could require a longer absence, making the upcoming imaging critical to determining his timeline.