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NFL Special Teams coaching news

New Snapper Signings; Last ST Coach Hired

Posted on March 8, 2012 by longsnap

With NFL Free Agency starting next week, two snappers have signed new deals as exclusive rights players.  Teams have the exclusive negotiating rights to players during their first three seasons and the Texans used that right to negotiate a new deal with … Continue reading →

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Niners Add Pontbriand

Posted on February 25, 2012 by longsnap

Just prior to the start of the NFL Combine, the 49ers announced they had signed veteran snapper Ryan Pontbriand to a contract for the 2012 season.  Pontbriand, who was released by the Browns after having some snapping issues this past season, … Continue reading →

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Special Teams Coaches in New Places

Posted on February 8, 2012 by longsnap

Every year there are a handful of special teams coaching changes at the end of the NFL season. This year has been no different.  In many cases, a special teams coach simply moves from one team to another.  To date, there … Continue reading →

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DeCamillas Injured in Dallas Accident

Posted on May 3, 2009 by longsnap

Veteran NFL special teams coach Joe DeCamillas has reportedly suffered a broken vertebrae during yesterday’s shocking collapse of the Cowboys practice facility.  Best wishes to Joe D. for a speedy recovery!

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April Special Teams Coach of the Year

Posted on April 16, 2009 by longsnap

Bills special teams coach Bobby April was this year’s winner of the Special Teams Coach of the Year Award as voted by fellow NFL coaches. The award was given to April by Professional Kicking Services in Reno, Nevada. This is the … Continue reading →

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