Rumor: Dolphins close to signing LB Kevin Burnett

by Matty I on Mar 1, 2009 2:36 AM EST in 2012 Miami Dolphins News

According to an internet report, the Dolphins are supposedly close to signing former Cowboys linebacker Kevin Burnett.

Burnett, who has spent his first four years in Dallas, was the 42nd overall pick of the 2005 draft out of Tennessee. And it was Bill Parcells and his V.P. of College and Pro Scouting, Jeff Ireland, who made the selection. In those four years in Dallas, Burnett has played in 61 games - including 4 starts. And while he's listed as DeMarcus Ware's backup on the Cowboys depth chart, Burnett has mostly seen action as an inside linebacker, particularly in nickel situations. He was also a top special teams contributor on the Cowboys in all four of his seasons in Dallas.

At 6'3, 242, Burnett has the size that this regime likes from their linebackers. And it would be interesting to see how he would be used in Miami. He could potentially battle with Matt Roth for the SOLB spot or play inside behind Channing Crowder and Akin Ayodele.

For his career, Burnett has 146 tackles and 4 sacks.

(Hat tip to "Sprovo" for his fanpost)

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FIRSTTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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-No excuses, No explanations

by MiamihastheDolphins.... on Mar 1, 2009 2:41 AM EST reply actions

Hmm

could be a nice value signing if the price is right. He has good size and versatility so it seems reasonable enough.

P.S.- I think you forgot to add “back up” after “listed as DeMarcus Ware’s”?

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by GatorPhan on Mar 1, 2009 2:44 AM EST reply actions

good catch

that’s what i get for doing this at 2:30 in the morning after a night out….i think it’s time for bed lol

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by Matty I on Mar 1, 2009 2:48 AM EST up reply actions

lol- I know the feeling-

I just bungled an abbreviation in a fan post. . . I need to hit the hay as well.

by GatorPhan on Mar 1, 2009 2:53 AM EST up reply actions

yepppp

me too, experiencing it right night lol

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-No excuses, No explanations

by MiamihastheDolphins.... on Mar 1, 2009 2:54 AM EST up reply actions

now**

"eh, your a cool dude regardless of who you love" -cbdolphin talking about Little Nicky 21

-No excuses, No explanations

by MiamihastheDolphins.... on Mar 1, 2009 2:55 AM EST up reply actions

wtg Sprovo.........

your lead is gettin’ some legs…… : )

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by HuskerDolphin on Mar 1, 2009 2:56 AM EST reply actions

And I'll repeat........

This is someone that Sparano and Parcells know………Parcells drafted him, and , he’s a LB……that in itself should give us some kind of safety factor. If this happens, and this is a strong IF, I think it kicks ass. I mean, look at all the areas the Trifecta is looking to improve this team. CFL guys, undrafted injured WR’s that could have gone in the 2nd to 3rd round last year, players that have ability on other teams but aren’t marquis, but have heart and possibilites….Our leaders are 20/20 when it comes to looking out side the box. That to me is fantastic, I believe…………

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by HuskerDolphin on Mar 1, 2009 3:08 AM EST reply actions

im with u husk

every move we make…i think the first word that comes to mind is “SMART”….ok other than Wilford cuz thats the last word i think of lol/

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by Rzayo24 on Mar 1, 2009 11:50 AM EST up reply actions

These guys seem like they are putting together the......

NO NAME DEFENSE VERSION 2.0? ( exception- Porter)

What's next ??

by Ohiofinfan4life on Mar 1, 2009 7:29 AM EST reply actions

Lets hope Porter still has a name this season, his age is going to cause him to just drop off one season.

by Sprovo on Mar 1, 2009 8:08 AM EST reply actions

Call Kevin Burnett and welcome him

You too can reach Kevin Burnett at 972-689-2625. Call and let him know we’d be happy to have him here.

by Sprovo on Mar 1, 2009 8:24 AM EST reply actions

He cant be worse than Torbor as a backup

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When it's me I can't forgive?"

-From the Unforgiven III off of Death Magnetic

by Patssuck456 on Mar 1, 2009 10:31 AM EST reply actions

Torbor better step it up because his cap number calls for it. Getting Wilson in here could add something to Torbor's game. Always good to have an old friend around.

by Sprovo on Mar 1, 2009 10:40 AM EST up reply actions

WHY??

Don’t we have enough second and third stringers?
Why does the team continue to go for this level in free agency?

Is the thinking to get second stringers from the market and first stringers from the draft?

by Alpha6 on Mar 1, 2009 11:55 AM EST reply actions

They want first stringers, but for the right price. They are not going to over pay for FAs. Let Washington do that.

by nmphinfan on Mar 1, 2009 12:11 PM EST up reply actions

Parcells Philosophy

If you look at the history of Parcells controlled teams, he builds the back end of the roster with FA and hopes to draft his stars. That is the reason why he turns bad teams around so quickly. He improves the overall depth of the team. Another benefit of building up the back end of rosters is that Parcells teams usually a very good on special teams. Special teams are where the FA’s that he signs shine.

by ct1361 on Mar 1, 2009 12:35 PM EST up reply actions