Jets running back Matt Forte is missing his first game Saturday against the New England Patriots with a torn meniscus in his right knee and an injured shoulder.
That means running back Khiry Robinson is active for the first time and will make his debut Saturday for the Jets.
The Patriots will be without linebacker Dont'a Hightower for the third time this season. He's been bothered by knee issues. Wide receiver Danny Amendola is missing his third straight game with an injured ankle.
The Minnesota Vikings are getting a big boost on the back end of their defense with the return of safety Harrison Smith, who missed the past two games with an ankle injury.