The New York Jets have established a ground and pound rushing attack that has led them to recent victories over the Patriots and Saints.

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Santonio Holmes is back this week.
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Santonio Holmes is back this week.
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Part of the reason is because they've been somewhat forced to, without two valuable offensive weapons.

Veteran wideout Santonio Holmes has missed the last five games with a nagging hamstring. The last time he was played an entire game?

It was the third week of the season against the Bills in which Holmes caught a career-high 154 yards and the game-winning touchdown.

Tight end Kellen Winslow has missed the last five games relative to being suspended for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substance policy.

Winslow is averaging 10 yards a catch with 17 balls caught on the year in five games.

"It puts a smile on my face to get these guys back," said quarterback Geno Smith.

With a 5-4 record, Jets fans are smiling with you, Geno.

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