Jim Leonhard Injury Update: Jets' Safety Lost For Season

The New York Jets have lost safety Jim Leonhard for the season due to injury for the second straight year. Leonhard was injured during the second quarter of the Jets' 37-10 win over the Chiefs on Sunday. Leonhard's status was updated today by the team.

Head coach Rex Ryan said on a conference call today:

"We lost Jimmy, torn patella tendon," the Jets head coach told team reporters on a conference call this afternoon. "You feel absolutely terrible for him. This team means everything to Jim. His leadership is obviously going to be missed. I know he'll get this surgery and I'm sure he's going to be around the building and be part of us anyway. He just can't do it physically."    (via New York Jets.com)

Along with Eric Smith, Brodney Pool will step into Leonhard's spot at starting safety for the Jets.

Ryan did not feel that the injury to Leonhard will end the veteran's career.

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Jim Leonhard Injury Update: Darrelle Revis Says 'I Heard He's Out For The Season'

The New York Jets defeated the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday but lost starting safety Jim Leonhard in the process. In the second quarter, Leonhard injured his right leg after making an interception and being tackled by Chiefs wide receiver Steve Breaston. Leonhard was helped by trainers to the sideline but was then carted off the field to the locker room.

After the game, Leonhard's teammate Darrelle Revis said:

I heard he's out for the season. That's what I heard on the sideline. (via Manish Mehta's Twitter)

Losing Leonhard in the secondary would be a big loss for the Jets. It should be noted that Revis has not talked directly with Leonhard or been notified officially of Leonhard's status.

Leonhard's 2010 season was ended when he broke his right leg last December during practice.

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Dustin Keller Week 14 Fantasy Update: Jets TE Leads Team With 4 Catches Against Chiefs

The New York Jets had an easy outing against the Kansas City Chiefs at MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a 37-10 win.

Jets tight end Dustin Keller finished the game with 4 catches (out of 5 targets) for 35 yards. His longest reception was for 11 yards. Keller caught two passes and was thrown to three times on the drive which ended in a Mark Sanchez rushing touchdown to give New York a 7-0 lead. Keller's other two receptions came on the Jets last drive of the first quarter.

While Keller didn't make another reception in the game (he still lead the Jets in receptions on Sunday) after the first quarter, he made an impact in the third quarter by drawing a pass interference penalty of 30 yards which set the Jets up at the Chiefs' 4-yard line. Sanchez scored his second rushing touchdown of the game three plays later and the Jets went up 35-3 at that point.

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Jets Vs. Chiefs Final Score: New York Routs Kansas City, 37-10

Behind a solid performance by running back Shonn Greene and four touchdowns from quarterback Mark Sanchez, the New York Jets defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 37-10, in a Week 14 NFL match up at FedEx Field in Landover, MD. Greene finished the game with 129-rushing yards on 24 carries with a touchdown, while Sanchez tossed for two touchdowns and ran for two more for the Jets, who improve to 8-5 overall and now hold sole possession of the AFC's last playoff spot after the Cincinnati Bengals lost to the Houston Texans, 20-19. The Chiefs fall to 4-9.

Ahead 7-3 after the first quarter, New York blew the game open with three second-quarter touchdowns to help take a 28-3 halftime lead. Greene's lone touchdown run was sandwiched between touchdown receptions from wide receiver Santonio Holmes and running back LaDainian Tomlinson, who helped the Jets take a 25-point lead into the half.

Sanchez gave New York a commanding 35-3 lead after scoring his second rushing touchdown of the game with 4:11 to play in the third quarter. Sanchez completed 13-of-21 passes for 181-passing yards and did not play in most of the fourth quarter.

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Jets Vs. Chiefs Score Update: Mark Sanchez's Second Rushing Touchdown Gives New York 35-3 Lead Over Kansas City

A second rushing touchdown by quarterback Mark Sanchez has helped the New York Jets take a commanding lead over the Kansas City Chiefs, which trail 35-3 heading into the fourth quarter of a Week 14 NFL match up at FedEx Field in Landover, MD. Sanchez capped a six-play, 90-yard drive that featured two big pass interference penalties by the Chiefs and ended with 4:11 to go in the third quarter.

So far, Sanchez has played an outstanding game completing 13-of-19 passes for 181 yards and two touchdowns. Sanchez's first rushing touchdown came on the game-opening drive that ended with him scoring on a one-yard naked bootleg and giving the Jets (7-5) a 7-0 advantage.

New York tallied three second-quarter touchdowns to take a 28-3 lead into halftime.

Kansas City has managed just a 53-yard field goal, which was made by kicker Ryan Succop and trimmed New York's margin to 7-3 with 4:41 remaining in the first quarter.

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Jets Vs. Chiefs Halftime Score: Three Second-Quarter Touchdowns Helps New York Take 28-3 Lead Over Kansas City

Three second-quarter touchdowns -- two passing, one rushing -- has helped the New York Jets take a 28-3 halftime lead over the Washington Redskins in a Week 14 NFL match up at FedEx Field in Landover, MD. In consecutive possessions, wide receiver Santonio Holmes caught a four-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Mark Sanchez, running back Shonn Greene scored from seven yards out, while running back LaDainian Tomlinson caught a screen pass and ran it into the endzone from 19 yards to give the Jets (7-5) a commanding 25-point lead heading into the locker room.

The last time the New York scored 28 points in the first half was in Oct. of 2001 at Buffalo.

Holmes seventh touchdown of the season came first and capped a three-play, 38-yard drive that was setup by an interception by Jets' defensive back Jim Leonhard, who picked off a throw by Chiefs' quarterback Tyler Palko and ran the ball down to Kansas City's 38-yard line. Just a few plays later, Holmes helped New York earn a 14-3 lead with 10:07 to play in the first half.

On the Jets next possession, Greene ended a nine-play, 69-yard drive that finished with 4:01 to go in the first half.

Tomlinson's second touchdown of the season came at the tail end of the quarter, as the Jets defense forced a three-and-out and New York's punt returner Jeremy Kerley ran the ball to the Chiefs' 35-yard line. Three plays later, Tomlinson scored on a perfectly executed screen play.

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Jets Vs. Chiefs Score Update: Mark Sanchez Rushing Touchdown Helps New York Take 7-3 Lead On Kansas City

A one-yard touchdown run by quarterback Mark Sanchez has helped the New York Jets take an early advantage over the Kansas City Chiefs, which trail 7-3 after one quarter of play in Week 14 NFL match up at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. Sanchez capped a solid 11-play, 77-yard, game-opening drive with a naked bootleg that allowed him to trot into the endzone untouched.

The march, which was almost halted at the Chiefs three-yard line but a defensive hold call on 3rd-and-3 kept it alive, was highlighted by a 31-yard run by running back Shonn Greene, who busted up the middle on the game's first play. Green has 45-rushing yards on six carries.

Kansas City went three-and-out on its first possession of the game, but good field position on its second drive helped the Chiefs setup a 53-yard field goal attempt, which was made by kicker Ryan Succup with 4:41 to play.

The Jets second possession ended with a punt.

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Jets Vs. Chiefs Week 14 Injury Report: Joe McKnight Out For New York; Antonio Cromartie Expected To Return Kicks

The New York Jets injury report for their Week 14 match up against the Kansas City Chiefs has been released, and Gang Green will be without running back and kick returner Joe McKnight Sunday. McKnight will more than likely be replaced by defensive backs Antonio Cromartie and Jim Leonhard, who each will take turns returning kicks.

Other players out for New York are: quarterback Kevin O’Connell, wide receiver Eron Riley, corner back Ellis Lankster, defensive tackle Mike DeVito, tackle Austin Howard and defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis.

The biggest injury will be to Chiefs quarterback Kyle Orton, who will be inactive because of a dislocated finger. In his place will be Tyler Palko, who has struggled this season.

Other players out for the Chiefs will be: tight end Jake O’Connell, offensive lineman David Mims, defensive lineman Jerrell Powe and Brandon Bair and defensive back Donald Washington.

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Chiefs Vs. Jets: Game Time, TV Schedule, Radio Streaming And More

The New York Jets (7-5) host the Kansas City Chiefs (5-7) Sunday afternoon. If you'd like to catch the game, here's the television and radio information for this Week 14 NFL match up.

Jets Vs. Chiefs: Kansas City Scouting Report

Let's take a look at exactly what the New York Jets will be facing Sunday when they meet the Kansas City Chiefs at MetLife Stadium. The Jets are 7-5, trying to stay in the AFC playoff race. The Chiefs (5-7) are having a down year, but are coming off a 10-3 victory over the Chicago Bears.

OFFENSE

The Chiefs have struggled offensively since losing quarterback Matt Cassel to injury, scoring just 22 points total in the three games in which Tyler Palko has been the quarterback. Kansas City has just one touchdown during that time. Palko, a second-year-player who had only two games of experience and no starts prior to this, has completed 64-of-102 passes (62.7 percent) for one touchdown, six interceptions and a passer rating of only 57.7.

Running back Thomas Jones spent three seasons with the Jets from 2007-09 and totaled 3,833 rushing yards with 28 touchdowns on the ground. Dexter McCluster has 425 yards rushing and 203 receiving for Kansas City. The Chiefs also have a potent pair of receivers in Dwayne Bowe (59 receptions) and Steve Breaston (48) if Palko can get the ball to them.

DEFENSE

Kansas City's defense is led by linebacker Derrick Johnson, who has 100 tackles and two sacks so far this season. Linebacker Tamba Hali has eight sacks for the Chiefs. Cornerback Brandon Flowers has four interceptions for Kansas City.

Kansas City has been susceptible to the run, giving up 130.3 yards per game, which is 25th in the league.

Jets' Rex Ryan: 'If We Get In, Look Out'

New York Jets Friday Injury Report: Mike DeVito Doubtful

The New York Jets will be relatively healthy Sunday when they take on the Kansas City Chiefs as they continue trying to remain in the thick of the race for a playoff berth in the AFC.

Defensive tackle Mike DeVito remains doubtful with a knee injury, which could mean more snaps for rookie Kenrick Ellis.

Listed as questionable are defensive tackle Marcus Dixon (hip), running back/kick return Joe McKnight (elbow) and guard Brandon Moore (hip).

Kansas City quarterback Kyle Orton is doubtful with a right index finger suffered in his debut with the Chiefs last week.

Jets coach Rex Ryan had this to say about the possibility of Ellis having to play more:

“I think if his role is just at that nose tackle spot, I think he’ll do much better. But, again, you have some growing pains. There have been times when he’s looked absolutely terrific, so I’m excited,” Ryan said. “He works extremely hard, and that means he’s going to (ascend). I think he’s got a bright future. There is no doubt about it.”

Jets Hope Playoff Experience Helps Them This Time Around

The New York Jets have been to the AFC Championship Game the past two seasons. At 7-5 right now the Jets are fighting to simply make the playoffs this time around, and hoping their experience will help.

“We’ve been down this road before. I think it’s urgency, a sense of urgency without question, but it’s just a purpose, a focus and everything else. That’s where we’re at. We know what’s at stake. We have to win this game,” said Jets head coach Rex Ryan.

The Jets host the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. New York has won two straight, and safety Jim Leonhard pointed to 2009 — when the Jets won five of their last six — as experience the team can lean on.

“I think it means a lot, just for the guys. You’ve been there. You’ve done it before, and you know it’s not just lip service that the coaches are talking. You know if we do this, good things are going to happen because we’ve done it. We’ve been there,” Leonhard said. “Obviously, you can’t win from the fact that you’ve had that experience, but you have a little bit of comfort in this situation knowing that you’ve been there before.”

Jets Injury Report: David Harris, Ellis Lankster Return To Practice On Thursday

The New York Jets released their latest injury report Thursday. The Jets were a little healthier today as they continue preparations for their game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Linebacker David Harris (Ankle) and defensive back Ellis Lankster (Low Back) returned to full participation in practice. Defensive lineman Mike DeVito (Knee) and offensive lineman Brandon Moore (Hip) were the only players held out of practice.

The following players were limited in practice Thursday:

DL Marcus Dixon (Hip)
RB Joe McKnight (Elbow)
DB Eric Smith (Knee)

The following players were not limited in practice today:

OL Vladimir Ducasse (Knee)
RB Shonn Greene (Rib)
LB David Harris (Ankle)
WR Jeremy Kerley (Knee)
DB Ellis Lankster(Low Back)
OL Nick Mangold (Ankle)
LB Calvin Pace (Groin)
LS Tanner Purdum (Low Back)
OL Matt Slauson (Knee)
RB LaDainian Tomlinson (Knee)
DL Muhammad Wilkerson (Shoulder)

LB Demorrio Williams (Groin) was not limited in Chiefs practice today. The following players were limited in practice today for Kansas City: LB Jovan Belcher (Shoulder), QB Kyle Orton (Rt. Finger), C Casey Wiegmann, (Finger).

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Jets Injury Report: LaDainian Tomlinson, Shonn Greene, Jeremy Kerley Not Limited In Practice

The New York Jets released their latest injury report today as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The following players did not practice on Wednesday:

DE Mike DeVito (Knee)
CB Ellis Lankster (Low back)
G Brandon Moore (Hip)

The following players were limited in practice:

DT Marcus Dixon (Hip)
LB David Harris (Ankle)
RB Joe McKnight (Elbow)
S Eric Smith (Knee)

The following players were not limited in practice today:

OL Vladimir Ducasse (Knee)
RB Shonn Greene (Rib)
WR Jeremy Kerley (Knee)
C Nick Mangold (Ankle)
LB  Calvin Pace (Groin)
LS Tanner Purdum (Low back)
G Matt Slauson (Knee)
RB LaDainian Tomlinson (Knee)
DL Muhammad Wilkerson (Shoulder)

The Kansas City Chiefs also released their latest injury report today.

LB Demorrio Williams (Groin) was back to full participation. QB Kyle Orton (Right finger) and C Casey Wiegmann (finger) were both limited in practice.

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NFL Week 14: New York Jets Vs. Kansas City Chiefs