SATURDAY MORNING ONE-LINERS

Said Commissioner Roger Goodell of the game in Toronto, “We said that the objective was to regionalize the Buffalo Bills, and it achieved those objectives. We were able to increase our season ticket sales in the Toronto area significantly — over 40 percent. And I think from that standpoint, we achieved what our initial goal was.” While the Dolphins are looking to ugrade at the position, Vikings C Matt Birk doesn’t appear to be a good fit. Said Patriots S Rodney Harrison, “There are a lot of things that go on with a guy when he’s deciding his future in football. You realize that once you say, ‘I’m done,’ I’m done. I don’t want the circus. I don’t want the back-and-forth circus [of], ‘Well, do I want to play? OK, I’m going to retire; I’m not going to retire.’ I don’t want the Brett Favre situation.” Jets T D’Brickashaw Ferguson bought lettermen’s jackets for a Long Island high school team. Ravens S Ed Reed is the prototype for the new, attacking philosophy that’s changed the safety position. The Bengals are holding a fan vote to begin filling their virtual Hall of Fame. An argument that former Browns G.M. Phil Savage left the team better than he found them. Steelers offensive coordinator Bruce Arians on his nature, “Even when I play golf, if I have a choice between laying up and going for it, I’m going for it every time.” Said Texans WR David Anderson, “I’m going to have to go with the Steelers, an AFC team, and just kind of ride that out. I might be wrong – you never know. Kurt Warner could pull some magic out like he has before, with two gloves on. I just don’t understand why a quarterback wears two gloves, but that’s the way he does it.” Former Colts coach Tony Dungy said it was a positive sign that Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is answering questions about his age and not his race. Jaguars QB David Garrard’s Buffalo Chicken dip won Rachael Ray’s Super Bowl recipe contest. The Titans and Bills were selected for the Hall of Fame Game in August. Joe Posnanski makes a Hall of Fame case for the late Chiefs LB Derrick Thomas. The Rocky Mountain News named the 1997 and 1998 Broncos are tied for the greatest team in Colorado sports history. Al Saunders won’t be the Raiders offensive coordinator. Said Chargers RB Darren Sproles of free agency, “I’m going to test it. It makes sense. But I like where I’m at. I want to stay a Charger.” WR Roy Williams said the Cowboys had “the easiest offense to figure out.” Commissioner Roger Goodell said that the league hasn’t punished Giants WR Plaxico Burress because he isn’t a repeat offender. Said Eagles S Brian Dawkins of ailing defensive coordinator Jim Johnson, “One of the biggest reasons for me staying with the Eagles for so long is Jim. What he allowed me to do and asked me do with the pressure . . . is something I’ve always been comfortable with. I’ve never really said that before.” Dexter Manley II, son of former Redskins DE Dexter Manley, is playing football in junior college and trying to reconnect with his father. Bears QB Kyle Orton hasn’t spoken to G.M. Jerry Angelo about the team’s quarterback plans in the offseason. The Lions, who had five games blacked out in 2008, and the other 31 NFL teams won’t see a change in blackout policy next season. Former Packers KR Desmond Howard is participating in a Papa John’s pizza promotion; the chain is offering a large pie for a quarter if the opening kickoff of the Super Bowl is returned for a touchdown. Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson denied reports that he’ll be adding MMA training to his workout regimen. A federal bankruptcy judge okayed the sales of former Falcons QB Michael Vick’s home and cars. Said Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald of Panthers WR Steve Smith, “I think he’s the best playmaker in the NFL. When he gets his hands on the ball, no matter where people are, he finds a way to get into the end zone.” The Saints, the Superdome and New Orleans are working together on a bid for the 2013 Super Bowl. Kevin Demoff’s move to the Rams leaves the Buccaneers front office shorthanded with free agency approaching. The offensive line has been the most consistent unit on the Cardinals this season. Former Rams CB Aeneas Williams, an ordained minister, has started his own church outside St. Louis. Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is studying a shared stadium for the Raiders and 49ers, but “can’t come to a conclusion right now that that’s the best solution.” The Seahawks don’t anticipate joining other NFL teams in laying off employees.