Man dead in pool of Titans DE Smith

A man has been found dead at the bottom of the swimming pool at the home of Houston Texans defensive end Antonio Smith. Fort Bend County sheriff's spokesman Bob Haenel said the suspected drowning was reported about 9:30 a.m. yesterday at Smith's home just north of the Houston suburb of Richmond. He says foul play is not suspected, but an autopsy has been ordered. Haenel said the dead man was reportedly a 37-year-old family friend of Smith's, and Smith had hosted a birthday party Saturday night. The 6-4, 295-pound Smith is about to start his eighth season, and third with the Texans.

Ravens ink center Gurode

The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a one-year deal with former Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl center Andre Gurode. The deal will become official when he passes a physical. Gurode was signed to provide depth behind six-time Pro Bowl center Matt Birk, who had surgery on his left knee at the beginning of training camp. Gurode was cut by the Cowboys last week.

Bears sign Meriweather

The Chicago Bears added to their secondary, agreeing to a one-year deal with two-time Pro Bowl safety Brandon Meriweather. The Bears announced the move Sunday, a day after he was released by New England. Meriweather was a first-round pick with 244 total tackles and 12 interceptions in four seasons.

49ers add QB Tolzien

The San Francisco 49ers have added quarterback Scott Tolzien, claiming him off waivers from the San Diego Chargers a day after releasing Josh McCown. Coach Jim Harbaugh said the team likely would add a third quarterback. San Diego had signed Tolzien as an undrafted free agent. During the preseason, he completed 25 of 40 passes for 302 yards with a touchdown and an interception.

-- AP