NFL

	Report: Patriots, Brady close to contract extension The New England Patriots and quarterback Tom Brady are reportedly on the verge of a three-year contract extension worth close to $58 million.
	49ers sign QB Troy Smith The San Francisco 49ers signed Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Troy Smith on Monday, while releasing QB Nate Davis.
	Chargers sign QB O'Sullivan The San Diego Chargers signed quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan to a one-year contract on Monday.
	Steelers name Dixon starting quarterback The Pittsburgh Steelers named Dennis Dixon as the team's starting quarterback in the wake of Ben Roethlisberger's suspension and Byron Leftwich's knee injury.
	Bucs claim RB Blount, release WR Brown The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have claimed running back LaGarrette Blount off waivers from the Tennessee Titans and released veteran wide receiver Reggie Brown.
	Ravens add WR Houshmandzadeh The Baltimore Ravens added depth to the wide receiver position by agreeing to contract terms with T.J. Houshmandzadeh.
	Seahawks sign DE Brock The Seattle Seahawks have signed defensive end Raheem Brock, running back Michael Robinson and defensive tackle Junior Siavii.
	Dolphins sign veteran LB Carpenter The Miami Dolphins have signed linebacker Bobby Carpenter to an undisclosed contract.
	Saints ink LB Clark The New Orleans Saints have signed linebacker Danny Clark on Monday.
	Leinart finds new home with Texans The Houston Texans have agreed to a one-year contract with quarterback Matt Leinart, according to the player's agent.