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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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The Unique Story of Texas Snapper Nate Boyer

Posted on September 27, 2012 by longsnap

There is no shortage of compelling stories about the snappers that play at the high school, college and pro levels.  One of the latest one involves Nate Boyer, a 31 year old sophomore snapper at the University of Texas.  Boyer was recently … Continue reading →

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Week Three in Review

Posted on September 25, 2012 by longsnap

Week Three is complete and, although replacement referees have played a key role in game outcomes, snappers have not.  There were no major performance issues or injuries this week at the snapping position, although the Eagles are closely monitoring the health … Continue reading →

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Week Two in Review

Posted on September 18, 2012 by longsnap

After snappers made national headlines in Week One, things calmed down in the second week of the season.  Jon Condo of the Raiders was able to return from a concussion and snap against the Dolphins.  In case Condo could not … Continue reading →

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Redskins Sign Veteran Snapper Justin Snow

Posted on September 11, 2012 by longsnap

After losing Nick Sundberg to injury Sunday, the Redskins auditioned a number of snappers today and have signed client Justin Snow.  Snow spent his entire career with the Colts until he was released in the final cuts.   Snow joined the … Continue reading →

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Week One in Review

Posted on September 11, 2012 by longsnap

Week One of the 2012 NFL Regular Season is complete and snappers played an important role in a number of games.  Last night, Pro Bowl snapper Jon Condo of the Raiders suffered an apparent concussion during punt coverage and left … Continue reading →

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2012 Division One Long Snappers

Posted on September 5, 2012 by longsnap

Longsnap.com’s exclusive compilation of Division One long snappers by conference is attached below.  This year, the snappers were compiled from team depth charts heading into the first game of the season.  In those situations where a team split punt and … Continue reading →

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Final Cuts Involve Veteran Snappers Snow and Zelenka

Posted on August 31, 2012 by longsnap

Today’s final cuts are in and two veteran snappers, client Justin Snow (Colts) and Joe Zelenka (Falcons), did not survive.  Matt Overton will snap for the Colts, while rookie Josh Harris won the Atlanta job. Other snappers that were released … Continue reading →

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Broncos Explain Snapping Decision

Posted on August 29, 2012 by longsnap

One of the more notable cuts as teams got down to 75 players on Monday was the Broncos decision to release veteran snapper Lonie Paxton in favor of rookie Aaron Brewer.  Broncos head coach John Fox explained the move this week and … Continue reading →

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Veteran Lonie Paxton Released by Broncos

Posted on August 27, 2012 by longsnap

Today is the day that NFL teams must reduce their rosters to 75 players with the final cut to 53 occuring on Friday.   The Broncos cut veteran snapper Lonie Paxton, a 13 year veteran today giving rookie snapper Aaron Brewer the … Continue reading →

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