Sherwood will start at middle linebacker and be the Jets' signal-caller on defense against the Patriots on Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Mosley (toe) is inactive for Thursday's game against New England.
The Jets placed Johnson (Achilles) on injured reserve Thursday.
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Mosley (toe) did not practice Wednesday and is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's divisional matchup against the Jets, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.
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Reed (knee) was a full participant during practice Wednesday.