Rookie Thomas to start for Dolphins vs Jets

Published: Jan 01, 2012 at 05:25 AM

MIAMI (AP) - Miami Dolphins rookie running back Daniel Thomas is slated to start against the New York Jets for Reggie Bush, ruled out earlier in the week because of a right knee injury.

Thomas had been questionable with a knee injury. Reserve cornerback Jimmy Wilson (hamstring) is inactive Sunday.

John Jerry is to start for Pro Bowl left tackle Jake Long, sidelined by a torn right biceps.

Reserve linebacker Garrett McIntyre is active for the Jets. He had been listed as questionable because of a knee injury.

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