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Snapping in the National Media

Posted on September 11, 2015 by longsnap

Long snappers always make for a good story and this week is no different as AP writer Dennis Waszak Jr. published a story today entitled “Oh Snap! Life of an NFL Long Snapper a Pressure-Packed Gig.” The story features interviews with current … Continue reading →

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Texans Sign Weeks to Extension

Posted on September 7, 2015 by longsnap

While Saturday’s 53 man roster deadline was quiet for the snapping position, there was some news over the weekend for a potential unrestricted free agent snapper. Jon Weeks, who would have been a free agent after this season, signed a … Continue reading →

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Ott Waived by Rams; All Second Snappers Gone

Posted on September 2, 2015 by longsnap

Tyler Ott was released by the Rams yesterday.  With that move, each NFL team is left with a single snapper on their roster.  The final roster cuts must be made Sunday to get to the 53 man roster limit.  For … Continue reading →

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Snapping Moves at the First Mandatory Cut

Posted on August 31, 2015 by longsnap

Although NFL teams must be down to 75 players by tomorrow, most have already made substantial cuts.  Not surprisingly, the snapping position was heavily impacted. Snappers that have been waived in the last day or two include Patrick Scales (Ravens), Rick … Continue reading →

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Loeffler Released by Vikings

Posted on August 24, 2015 by longsnap

There was some big snapping news today as it was announced that the Vikings have released their longest-tenured player, Cullen Loeffler.  Loeffler has been the snapper in Minnesota since 2004, but lost the job to Kevin McDermott in a tightly … Continue reading →

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Analysis of the New PAT Rule

Posted on August 19, 2015 by longsnap

The new 33-yard extra point is now in effect in the NFL. For those looking for an in-depth analysis of how this will impact NFL games and the various scenarios the rule creates, look no further than an exhaustive evaluation  … Continue reading →

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NFL Snapping Update

Posted on August 17, 2015 by longsnap

With the first week of the NFL preseason complete, there have been two recent snapping transactions.  The Saints waived rookie Chris Highland, who handled all of the snaps in their first preseason game.  The move likely means Justin Drescher, who … Continue reading →

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Big Week for College Trick Shot Videos

Posted on August 14, 2015 by longsnap

Although NFL preseason games have begun, it was two trick shot videos from college snappers that got major attention this week.  It started with Buffalo’s Corbin Grassman and was followed closely by Nolan Dowling of Western Kentucky. Sports Illustrated did a nice summary … Continue reading →

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Bruce DeHaven Coaches Despite Cancer Diagnosis

Posted on August 3, 2015 by longsnap

Peter King of The MMQB featured the story of veteran special teams coach Bruce DeHaven in his Monday Morning Quarterback column today.  Known as one of the best special teams coaches in NFL history, DeHaven was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer but … Continue reading →

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Another Great Long Snapper Story

Posted on August 1, 2015 by longsnap

It seems like there is another amazing story about a long snapper every few weeks.  From high school, to college and the NFL, almost every long snapper seems to have a compelling element to their journey. Chris Rubio of Rubio Long … Continue reading →

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