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Monday morning one-liners

Vontaze Burfict

Arizona State linebacker Vontaze Burfict (7) tackles Washington State running back Rickey Galvin (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, in Pullman, Wash. (AP Photo/Dean Hare)

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Bills LB Nick Barnett is trying to help Arizona State LB Vontaze Burfict learn to keep his emotions in check.

Former Dolphins DE Kenny Mixon was arrested in Broward County on a charge of domestic violence.

Would the Patriots take a chance on North Alabama CB Janoris Jenkins?

Looking at some wide receiver options for the Jets.

After grabbing two last year, cornerbacks don’t figure to be high on the Ravens’ draft-day shopping list.

Said Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer on whether there’s a need to grab a cornerback with one of the team’s first-round picks, “Right now at this point and stage you’re probably correct.”

Virginia CB Chase Minnifield wouldn’t mind following in his father Frank’s footsteps with the Browns.

An inside linebacker makes sense for the Steelers in the first round.

If Mario Williams leaves, will the Texans try to replace him in the draft?

Mike Freeman of CBSSports.com senses impatience growing with the Colts’ timetable for a Peyton Manning decision.

Are the Jaguars picking too late to get LSU CB Morris Claiborne in the first round?

Titans CB Cortland Finnegan’s ability to play man and zone well make him appealing in free agency.

Undrafted free agents have done well in Broncos camps over the years.

Oklahoma State QB Brandon Weeden’s age might not be a big concern for the Chiefs.

Raiders offensive coordinator Greg Knapp helped lead quarterback and wide receiver workouts at the combine.

The Chargers are in the market for a young tight end.

The Cowboys are being linked with a run at CB Brandon Carr in free agency.

LSU DL Michael Brockers is drawing some comparisons to Giants DE Jason Pierre-Paul.

Phil Sheridan of the Philadelphia Inquirer thinks there might be something to the Eagles’ meeting with Baylor QB Robert Griffin III.

Is Texas A&M QB Ryan Tannehill the right man for the Redskins?

Bears G.M. Phil Emery’s background as a strength and conditioning coach might help him assess draft prospects.

Arizona State LB Vontaze Burfict fits what the Lions look for in their linebackers.

The Packers could take a quarterback late in the draft.

A look at reasons why the Vikings might pass on drafting USC T Matt Kalil with the third overall pick.

Former Falcons LB Chris Draft has kept up the fight against lung cancer that he started with his late wife.

The Panthers scouting department believes the combine reinforces things seen during games, but that the games are more important.

Are the Saints in the market for a new middle linebacker?

Said Buccaneers G.M. Mark Dominik, “But we’re learning from Coach Schiano, what’s the perfect corner for you? What’s the perfect safety? How do you like your linebackers to look? What do you ask them to do? What can our guys do? What don’t we have?”

The Cardinals have no problem playing in the Hall of Fame Game.

Cornerback is a big need for the Rams this offseason.

49ers president Gideon Yu said that team owner Jed York has “audacious big visions” for the team’s future.

Grabbing a pass rusher in the first round might be the best move for the Seahawks.