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Sunday morning one-liners

Kendall Hunter, Walter McFadden, Darryl Blackstock

San Francisco 49ers running back Kendall Hunter (32) scores a touchdown past Oakland Raiders cornerback Walter McFadden (22) and linebacker Darryl Blackstock (56) in the third quarter of a preseason NFL football game in San Francisco, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

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Said Bills LB Nick Barnett after an underwhelming performance on Saturday, “We came up a little bit short, but there were some good things that we can take from this game and build upon. I wouldn’t throw away your season tickets; it’s going to be a great season, don’t worry.”

The Dolphins took T Jake Long off the PUP list, but he isn’t expected to play in a game until the regular season opener.

Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com thinks LB Lofa Tatupu would fit into the Patriots defense.

Injuries to Jets starters mean that LB Josh Mauga and RB Bilal Powell will see extra time on Sunday.

The Ravens signed T Mark LeVoir, a five-year veteran with the Bears and Patriots.

Said Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden of Sunday’s game, “We started with a very low standard, so we have nowhere to go but up.”

Browns CB Joe Haden has become ubiquitous at events around Cleveland.

Tony Hills has taken a long road from Texas high school phenom to Steelers guard.

A look at what the world was like when Colts QB Peyton Manning’s streak of starts got underway.

Gene Frenette of the Florida Times-Union thinks the Jaguars have a gem in offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter.

Mario Williams nearly had an interception as he continues to transition from defensive end to linebacker.

Although DE Jason Jones was carted off the field, the Titans believe his knee injury isn’t too serious.

QB Tyler Palko strengthened his hold on the backup job in the Chiefs’ loss to the Ravens.

Raiders coach Hue Jackson said the team went backwards in their second preseason game.

The Broncos reportedly considered trading QB Kyle Orton before the 2010 season.

KR Bryan Walters hopes to make another positive impression on the Chargers against the Cowboys.

With David Buehler ailing, Dan Bailey will get an extended shot to bid for the Cowboys kicking job on Sunday.

Giants coach Tom Coughlin is frustrated by WR Ramses Barden’s inability to get on the field.

There were no changes at linebacker for the Eagles at Saturday’s walk-through.

Redskins NT Barry Cofield had a strong game against the Colts.

Undrafted rookie WR Kris Adams has looked good catching deep balls for the Bears.

Is Lions RB Jahvid Best’s injury the latest example of “Lions luck”?

The Packers are dealing with the nice problem of having too many good receivers on their roster.

Vikings CB Cedric Griffin broke up a pass on his first play since tearing his right ACL last October.

The Falcons gave CB Dominique Franks a lot of playing time against the Jaguars.

Star power was in short supply for the Panthers against the Dolphins.

Paul Oliver struggled as a starting safety in place of Malcolm Jenkins for the Saints.

The Buccaneers signed DT John McCargo and waived DT E.J. Wilson with a ruptured Achilles.

Alfonso Smith could be in position to move into the Cardinals running back mix after Ryan Williams’ injury.

Rams WR Donnie Avery caught a touchdown pass in his return from last August’s torn ACL.

49ers RB Kendall Hunter was more pleased with his blitz pickup than his 53-yard touchdown run.

Seahawks WR Golden Tate takes full blame for the pass that ended up being returned for a touchdown by the Vikings last night.