*Browns' Wimbley ill, sent back to Cleveland*

PITTSBURGH(AP) -- Browns linebacker Kamerion Wimbley was sent back to Cleveland with flu-like symptoms before Sunday's game in Pittsburgh, further weakening the NFL's worst rushing defense.

The Steelers deactivated wide receiver Limas Sweed, who has gotten little time in their offense since dropping an apparent touchdown pass against Cincinnati on Sept. 27.

The Browns held out defensive backs Coye Francis and Gerard Lawson, kicker Phil Dawson, running back Chris Jennings, offensive lineman Billy Yates and tight end Steve Heiden.

The Steelers didn't activate cornerback Keenan Lewis, fullback Carey Davis, linebacker Andre Frazier, guard Kraig Urbik, offensive tackle Tony Hills or defensive end Sunny Harris.