The Watch List for the Patrick Mannelly Award, given annually to the long snapper judged to be the best from all FBS teams, was announced this afternoon. This is the 6th year for this prestigious Award.

There are 30 long snappers on this initial list and other snappers will be under review this college football season.

Ten semi-finalists will be announced on November 11, 2024 and those names will be narrowed to three on November 25, 2024.

Three finalists will be invited to a live ceremony on December 14, 2024 in Lake Bluff, Illinois where the Award will be presented. The Award benefits Bernie’s Book Bank, a non-profit organization located in Lake Bluff and is being presented by Zebra again this year.

Below is the Watch List.