Former University of Hawai'i defensive end Travis LaBoy was released yesterday, along with running back Edgerrin James, by the Arizona Cardinals.

LaBoy played for UH from 2001-03 and was the Western Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2003. He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the second round in 2004.

In March 2008, LaBoy signed a five-year contract with the Cardinals with a guarantee of $7.5 million.

James, an all-pro running back while with the Indianapolis Colts, was released with one year remaining on his contract, a development expected since late in the season.

James had 794 carries for 2,895 yards and 16 touchdowns in his three seasons in Arizona. His resurgence during last season's playoffs gave Arizona the running game it needed.

James was benched for seven games during the season but came back to have a solid performance in the playoffs. He said late in the season that he expected the Cardinals to release him by mutual agreement.

JETS

RETIRED QUARTERBACK FAVRE A FREE AGENT

Brett Favre was released from the reserve-retired list by the New York Jets last night, making the quarterback a free agent if he decides to again come out of retirement.

When Favre was dealt to New York from Green Bay in August, there were conditions in the trade that required the Packers to be compensated if the Jets moved the three-time MVP. Those no longer apply if he signs elsewhere.

The 39-year-old Favre insisted he has no plans to come out of retirement for a 19th season.

"Nothing has changed," Favre said in a statement. "At this time, I am retired and have no intention of returning to football."