Running back Ladell Betts has been released by the New Orleans Saints. Betts' agent, Anthony Agnone, confirmed the move in an e-mail Friday, one day before final cuts are due.
The Denver Broncos will place defensive end Elvis Dumervil on season-ending injured reserve Saturday, a source close to the player told NFL Network insider Michael Lombardi.
PFT: Ben Roethlisberger's suspension has been reduced from six games to four by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. The Pittsburgh Steelers' star quarterback was told he could return on Oct. 17 against Cleveland.