IN BRIEF
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University self-reported possible violations of its internal drug policy more than a year ago and the NCAA is investigating, according to school officials.
Kevin Quinn, senior vice president for public affairs for the university, says the inquiry does not involve any current student-athletes.
HOUSTON — Arian Foster got what he wanted from the Houston Texans, agreeing to a new five-year contract.Foster's agent Mike McCartney said Monday that a deal was done, though Foster had not yet signed it. His new deal is worth up to $43.5 million, with $20.75 million guaranteed.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — After the Buffalo Bills took a chance on Stevie Johnson, the flamboyant receiver decided to return the favor.Johnson signed a five-year, $36.25 million contract extension on Monday with the Bills, a week before he was set to become an unrestricted free agent.
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms on a new contract with Pro Bowl defensive end Robert Mathis.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Kings coach Keith Smart has found some job security as an NBA head coach in California's state capital.Sacramento president of basketball operations Geoff Petrie announced Monday that the team has extended Smart's contract through the 2012-13 season.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Nets center Brook Lopez has a sprained right ankle and will miss three weeks.The oft-injured Lopez has played in just five games this season.
