Detroit Lions release CB Alphonso Smith
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The Detroit Lions have released cornerback Alphonso Smith.
Smith returned to the Lions last month at a time when they were desperate for help in a banged-up secondary. He played four games for Detroit this season.
Smith also played for the Lions in 2010 and 2011, starting 10 games in 2010.
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Detroit coach Jim Schwartz indicated Monday that defensive back Drayton Florence has been cleared to return from a broken arm. Florence hasn't played since Sept. 16.