FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -New York Jets safety Jim Leonhard had three pins inserted into his broken right thumb and his arm is in a sling, leaving his status for the team's game against New England uncertain.

Coach Rex Ryan said Leonhard had surgery Monday night and didn't practice Wednesday, but wouldn't rule him out. If Leonhard can't play Sunday, Eric Smith would start in his place opposite Kerry Rhodes.

Leonhard was injured during Maurice Jones-Drew's 33-yard touchdown run early in the first quarter of New York's 24-22 loss to Jacksonville on Sunday. He left briefly before returning with a cast on the hand, but was unable to handle his usual punt return duties.

Leonhard is third on the team with 58 tackles, and has one interception and 1 1/2 sacks.