Author Archives: longsnap

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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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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