Newsmakers

Retooling Left tackle Levi Jones was released Wednesday by the Cincinnati Bengals, who spent their first-round draft pick on his replacement. The Bengals took tackle Andre Smith from Alabama with the sixth overall pick in the draft. The Bengals also expect to sign former Dallas Cowboys safety Roy Williams, reuniting him with former defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. Williams, a five-time Pro Bowl player, will be in Cincinnati today.

Signed Linebacker Larry Foote inked a one-year deal with his hometown Detroit Lions, two days after being released by the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers.

Chosen Abby Wambach will lead the United States in matches against Japan this month, aiming for her 100th career international goal. Wambach was among 21 players on the U.S. roster announced by coach Pia Sundhage.

Detained The father of tennis player Jelena Dokic, Damir Dokic, was detained in Serbia for allegedly threatening the Australian ambassador in Belgrade, police said.

Died A son of Formula One president Max Mosley was found dead, London police said. The body of Alexander Mosley, 39, was found in his apartment Tuesday afternoon. He died of a suspected drug overdose.

Dismissed The lawsuit filed against Nevada by former soccer coach Terri Patraw has been dismissed, with a judge in Reno, Nev., saying the school was justified in firing her even though she reported NCAA recruiting violations.