The New York Jets promoted quarterback Matt Simms from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday and cut wide receiver Chris Owusu.

Also, cornerback Darrin Walls was downgraded to out with a calf injury. He was previously listed as doubtful.

Simms could back up Michael Vick on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Former starter Geno Smith was benched last week during a poor performance against the Buffalo Bills. Smith also sustained a shoulder injury, which may have contributed to throwing three interceptions on consecutive drives. He is listed on the team’s injury report as questionable.