NFL

Eagles release Westbrook

Philadelphia — Brian Westbrook was released Tuesday by the Philadelphia Eagles, ending an often-dynamic eight-year run that was marred by various injuries. A former All-Pro, the 5-foot-10 Westbrook led the league in yards from scrimmage in 2007 with 2,104. He rushed for 1,333 yards and accounted for 12 touchdowns that season.

NBA

Williams gets five years

Somerville, N.J. — Former NBA standout Jayson Williams was sentenced to five years in prison Tuesday for fatally shooting a hired limo driver in 2002, ending an eight-year legal odyssey by tearfully apologizing to the victim’s family. He will be eligible for parole in 18 months.

Howard lost for season

Washington — The Washington Wizards said Tuesday that forward Josh Howard would miss the remainder of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

College basketball

Two NU players suspended

Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska coach Doc Sadler has suspended guard Eshaunte Jones and forward Quincy Hankins-Cole for tonight’s game at Iowa State. Sadler said in a statement Tuesday that Hankins-Cole and Jones would not travel to Ames, Iowa.