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Dorenbos to Have Open Heart Surgery

Posted on September 8, 2017 by longsnap

There was some very sad news today in the long snapping world, as it was revealed that Jon Dorenbos has an aortic aneurysm.  Dorenbos, who was recently traded from the Eagles to the Saints, may have had this condition since … Continue reading →

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Two Great College Snapping Stories from the Weekend

Posted on September 4, 2017 by longsnap

Although the NFL gets most of the attention when it comes to snapping, there are always great stories from the college ranks.  This weekend was no different. Jake Olson of USC, who has been profiled on Longsnap.com in the past … Continue reading →

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Snapping Spots Now Settled

Posted on September 3, 2017 by longsnap

One day after final cuts, it appears that the snapping position for all 32 NFL teams is finally settled.  Today, the Bears claimed Andrew DePaola off waivers and, in turn, waived Jeff Overbaugh, while the Bucs brought back Garrison Sanborn. After … Continue reading →

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“Final” Cuts for Snappers

Posted on September 2, 2017 by longsnap

Today was the final cut down day in the NFL, although it appears that at least one team will be making another move.  The Bucs released Garrison Sanborn today, leaving them without a snapper.  Most likely, he will return to … Continue reading →

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Snapping Moves As Final Cuts Approach

Posted on September 1, 2017 by longsnap

After Monday’s crazy day and crazy night, things calmed a bit for NFL long snappers.  However, the calm was short-lived, as teams must make final roster cuts by tomorrow. In advance of that, some of the latest transactions have already … Continue reading →

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Crazy Night for Snappers

Posted on August 28, 2017 by longsnap

Today was an incredibly eventful day for snappers, which led to my Crazy Day for Snappers post this afternoon.  I debated waiting before posting it, assuming that there could not possibly be any more snapping news. I was wrong.  Tonight, … Continue reading →

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Crazy Day for Snappers

Posted on August 28, 2017 by longsnap

Today was one of the more unique days at the long snapping position in the NFL.  It started yesterday when Bears snapper and client Patrick Scales was injured against the Titans.  With Scales out, the Bears worked out Jeff Overbaugh … Continue reading →

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Bucs Bring Back DePaola

Posted on August 22, 2017 by longsnap

There has been a new trend at the long snapping position since training camps opened in which a few teams have brought back their incumbent snapper.  The Saints (Justin Drescher) and Packers (Brett Goode) were the first two teams to … Continue reading →

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Titans Add DiSalvo

Posted on August 16, 2017 by longsnap

With the second week of the NFL Preseason starting tomorrow, the Titans have added Ryan DiSalvo as Beau Brinkley recovers from a reported groin injury. DiSalvo spent time with the Dolphins last season.  Brinkley’s injury is not believed to be serious.

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Goode Returns to Green Bay

Posted on August 12, 2017 by longsnap

The Packers signed veteran client Brett Goode today and he will compete with another client, rookie Derek Hart.  Goode was an unrestricted free agent and had a workout with the Jets last week before signing with the Packers.  Goode enters … Continue reading →

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