Author Archives: longsnap

Week Nine in Review

Posted on November 5, 2012 by longsnap

Week Nine is complete and was without any major snapping incidents or injuries.  However, despite a strong year to date for kickers, there were numerous missed kicks this week. In addition, there was a significant amount of news off the … Continue reading →

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Ohio State Snapper Helps Team to Victory

Posted on November 3, 2012 by longsnap

One of the big college football games last week may have turned on the role of the snapper.  Ohio State’s young snapper Bryce Haynes played a key, but subtle, role in drawing a rare defensive holding call on a punt in the … Continue reading →

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The “Rubio” Project Seeks Funding

Posted on October 30, 2012 by longsnap

Many of the top high school, college and pro snappers, or frequent readers of this blog, are very familiar with the accomplishments of Chris Rubio.  A former college long snapper at UCLA, Rubio has become a key figure in the long … Continue reading →

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Week Eight in Review

Posted on October 29, 2012 by longsnap

Week Eight is almost complete and the snapping position remains stable for at least another week.  Because Hurricane Sandy may take my power away soon, this Week in Review is being published prior to tonight’s Monday Night Football game between … Continue reading →

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Week Seven in Review

Posted on October 23, 2012 by longsnap

Week Seven is complete and there were no major snapping issues.  Nick Sundberg, who was hurt during Week One, is returning to practice for the Redskins this week.  Sundberg made headlines for being able to finish the game despite a … Continue reading →

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Week Six in Review

Posted on October 16, 2012 by longsnap

The sixth week of the NFL season is complete and was relatively quiet on the snapping front, at least on the field.  Just two snappers, Beau Brinkley (Titans) and John Denney (Dolphins), recorded tackles in punt coverage.  Brinkley had a solo tackle and … Continue reading →

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Week Five in Review

Posted on October 9, 2012 by longsnap

Week Five is complete and there were no major snapping issues.  In the lone snapping transaction, the Eagles released Kyle Nelson from the practice squad after Jon Dorenbos was able to snap following an ankle injury. The Senior Bowl recently … Continue reading →

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Zauner Programs Help Produce NFL Snappers

Posted on October 3, 2012 by longsnap

In a popular post earlier this year, I discussed some of the options available to a long snapper who is trying to play at the professional level.  One such option that appears to be increasing in its value are the programs … Continue reading →

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Week Four in Review

Posted on October 2, 2012 by longsnap

The NFL season has completed the first quarter and special teams have played a key role in many games.  For example, the Lions became the first team since 1940 to allow a kick return and punt return in consecutive games, putting … Continue reading →

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The United Football League Returns

Posted on September 28, 2012 by longsnap

After some delays, the United Football League is back for its fourth season.  Although the UFL has had a troubled history, it remains one of the few options for snappers seeking professional experience.  Current NFL snappers Nick Sundberg (Redskins) and … Continue reading →

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