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2013 Division One Long Snapper Chart

Posted on September 14, 2013 by longsnap

Longsnap.com is proud to reveal its annual and exclusive compilation of the long snappers for each Division One football program.  Listed by conference, the chart includes each team’s long snapper, along with uniform number, height, weight and class.  The snappers listed … Continue reading →

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Rubio Featured in The New York Times

Posted on August 25, 2013 by longsnap

Snapping instructor Chris Rubio has been featured regularly on Longsnap.com as well as many other national media sources.  The latest recognition came in the form of a feature story in The New York Times by Scott Cacciola, who calls Rubio, appropriately, “Guru of the … Continue reading →

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Snapping Prospects for 2014 NFL Draft

Posted on July 5, 2013 by longsnap

Although the college and NFL seasons are many weeks away, it is never too early to start identifying some of the top college snapping talent that NFL clubs will be watching closely this season. So far, there are a few … Continue reading →

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Pontbriand Offering Private and Group Snapping Training

Posted on June 17, 2013 by longsnap

Ryan Pontbriand, who is the highest drafted snapper in the history of the NFL, is now offering both private and group snapping training and instruction.  Based in Texas, Pontbriand has started to train high school and college snappers in sessions … Continue reading →

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USC Recruit Zach Smith Becomes a National Video Sensation

Posted on June 6, 2013 by longsnap

California high school snapper Zach Smith, who is committed to attend USC next Fall, has become the latest national video star with his amazing compilation of long snapping tricks.  At last check, Smith’s video had over 425,000 views and has … Continue reading →

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ESPN.com Playbook Features Long Snapping Camps

Posted on May 8, 2013 by longsnap

Last Sunday, Doug Williams of ESPN.com Playbook published a story that provides a compelling and comprehensive look at the growth of long snapping camps.  Featuring Cole Mazza, widely regarded as this past season’s top high school snapper and an Alabama recruit with a full … Continue reading →

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Ingram to Snap at NFL Scouting Combine

Posted on February 10, 2013 by longsnap

Luke Ingram from Hawaii will be the lone long snapper at the NFL Scouting Combine at the end of this month.  Ingram also snapped in the top college all-star game, the Senior Bowl, last month matching his brother Jake’s similar post-season accomplishments … Continue reading →

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NFL Snapping News

Posted on January 20, 2013 by longsnap

With the Super Bowl teams to be determined today, there has been significant snapping news off the field since the end of the regular season.  As usual, the off-season brings many coaching changes and the special teams coaching position is … Continue reading →

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College All-Star Game Snappers

Posted on January 14, 2013 by longsnap

With the college bowl season over, some of the best college snappers are participating in college all-stars games for additional exposure to NFL teams. The premier game, the Senior Bowl on January 26th, will feature Carson Tinker (Alabama) and Luke Ingram … Continue reading →

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The Heart of a Long Snapper

Posted on January 8, 2013 by longsnap

I was just made aware of an inspirational video that reminded me of the type of person that I frequently encounter in the long snapping world.  Most snappers have unbelievable amounts of determination, heart and passion for their craft. To capture those traits, … Continue reading →

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