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NFL Draft news

Undrafted Free Agent Snappers

Posted on April 29, 2012 by longsnap

Once again this year, no long snapper was selected in the Draft.  Titan snapper Jake Ingram was the last snapper taken when he was drafted by the Patriots in the Sixth Round in 2009.  However, a number of the top … Continue reading →

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Getting NFL Attention as a Long Snapper

Posted on April 14, 2012 by longsnap

Since Longsnap.com began in 2000, the most popular question I get from experienced aspiring long snappers is how to get exposure to NFL teams.  I thought a detailed blog post would be a good way to finally capture the best advice I can offer … Continue reading →

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NFL Draft Update for Snappers

Posted on February 21, 2012 by longsnap

The NFL Combine begins this week and turns the focus of the NFL on the upcoming Draft class.  Josh Harris of Auburn is the only snapper that was selected to the Combine and he is also the top-ranked snapper according … Continue reading →

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Additional Mini-Camp Workouts

Posted on May 10, 2009 by longsnap

There were more mini-camps this weekend and a few rookie prospects got some additional NFL camp experience.  Sean Griffin of Michigan, who was in mini-camp with the Seahawks last weekend, spent this weekend with the Saints, while Wisconsin’s Dave Peck … Continue reading →

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New Snapper Signings

Posted on May 5, 2009 by longsnap

Following the first mini-camps, a couple of snappers turned tryout performances into contracts.  James Smith of Florida signed with the Bengals and Garrison Sanborn, who was in last year’s Draft class, signed with the Bills.  As Sanborn’s signing demonstrates, it … Continue reading →

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Updated Snapper Information

Posted on May 3, 2009 by longsnap

With many teams having mini-camps this week, some additional details have emerged concerning the snapping position around the league.  The Seahawks waived Tyler Schmitt, their Sixth Round pick from last year.  Ryan Senser is the only snapper under contract, as … Continue reading →

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More Snapping Moves

Posted on April 30, 2009 by longsnap

A couple of new snapping developments to report from the last few days.  The Steelers released Jared Retkofsky, who filled in for Greg Warren last season.  Warren and client Mark Estermyer are left to compete for the spot.  Two other Draft … Continue reading →

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NFL Draft and Free Agent Summary

Posted on April 28, 2009 by longsnap

Most of the smoke has cleared from the NFL Draft and here are the latest snapping developments.  Jake Ingram of Hawaii was the only snapper drafted when the Patriots selected him in the Sixth Round.  A number of snappers reached … Continue reading →

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Griffin Signs with Seahawks; Peck to Tryout with Bears

Posted on April 27, 2009 by longsnap

Michigan snapper Sean Griffin has reportedly signed a free agent deal with the Seahawks and will compete for the snapping  job with last year’s Sixth Round pick, Tyler Schmitt.  In addition, Wisconsin snapper Dave Peck is scheduled to participate in … Continue reading →

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Estermyer Signs with Steelers

Posted on April 26, 2009 by longsnap

Client Mark Estermyer from the University of Pittsburgh has agreed to a three-year free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Estermyer, who snapped in the Senior Bowl, is expected to compete with Greg Warren, who is returning from a season-ending … Continue reading →

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