FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The New York Jets' sputtering passing attack will receive a double boost Sunday with the expected return of their most accomplished skill-position players, wide receiver Santonio Holmes and tight end Kellen Winslow.

Holmes, who has missed five games with a hamstring injury, practiced Monday as the Jets returned from a six-day break over their bye week. They face the Buffalo Bills on the road Sunday, and barring a setback, Holmes will be in the lineup.

Wide receiver Santonio Holmes is expected to return to the Jets' lineup Sunday against the Bills. Ron Antonelli/Getty Images

"I think he'll play," coach Rex Ryan said. "He looks good to me. I certainly hope so."

Winslow, who returned last week from a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances, was reinstated to the active roster after a week on the exemption list.

This is good news for the surprising Jets (5-4), who hope to build on the momentum they created after upsetting the New Orleans Saints before the bye week.

"I don't see why we can't win them all," Winslow said.

A healthier receiving corps should create more balance on offense. Since Holmes' injury in Week 4, the Jets have become reliant on the run, as quarterback Geno Smith has averaged only 181 passing yards per game since then. In Week 3, Holmes set a career high with 154 yards against the Bills, including the game-winning touchdown (69 yards) in the fourth quarter.

"It puts a smile on my face to get these guys back," Smith said.