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2015 Training Camp Long Snapper Chart

Posted on July 27, 2015 by longsnap

With every NFL training camp set to open by the end of this week, it’s a good time to take a look at the snapping situation for all 32 clubs. Attached is Longsnap.com’s 2015 Training Camp Edition of the long … Continue reading →

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Matt Overton of the Colts Demonstrates Long Snapping

Posted on July 13, 2015 by longsnap

Today’s Football 101 video on the Indianapolis Colts’ website colts.com features long snapper Matt Overton. In the video linked below, Overton provides a nice introduction to the mechanics of the short and long snap. http://www.colts.com/videos/videos/Colts-Football-101-Long-Snapping-w-Matt-Overton/226dd274-eab6-4a6b-a629-9b0389cef869  

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Nate Boyer Serves as Guest Columnist

Posted on June 29, 2015 by longsnap

The story of long snapper Nate Boyer, who is trying to make the NFL as a 34-year old rookie, is now well-known.  Today, Boyer was honored to have been selected to write the Monday Morning Quarterback column for vacationing Peter King for … Continue reading →

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CFL Snappers for the 2015 Season

Posted on June 28, 2015 by longsnap

Although NFL training camps are a month away, the CFL season is underway.  This year, three snappers have prior NFL experience, including veteran Randy Chevrier who returns in Calgary.  Jorgen Hus and Chad Rempel have more recent NFL training camp experience and will … Continue reading →

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Browns Terminate Yount’s Contract

Posted on May 31, 2015 by longsnap

The Browns have terminated the contract of veteran long snapper Christian Yount.  Yount, a five-year veteran, struggled at times last season.  With Yount’s departure, Charley Hughlett is the only snapper on the roster.  Hughlett spent some time on the practice squad with Cleveland … Continue reading →

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Review of the Snapping Position as OTAs Begin

Posted on May 25, 2015 by longsnap

Nearly every NFL team will conduct organized team practice activities, or OTAs, this week.  OTAs are the third and final phase of the voluntary nine week offseason program.  Currently, nine teams have two snappers on their 90-man rosters.  The Ravens, Bears, Browns, Cowboys, Chiefs, Vikings, Seahawks, … Continue reading →

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Extra Points Moved to the 15-Yard Line

Posted on May 20, 2015 by longsnap

Yesterday, the NFL approved a proposal to change the rule on extra point attempts.  Instead of a kick from the two-yard line, kicks will now take place from the 15-yard line.  Two point conversions will still be taken from the … Continue reading →

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Three PAT Options Will Be Considered This Week

Posted on May 18, 2015 by longsnap

This week is the NFL’s annual spring meeting and three proposals for adjusting point attempts after a touchdown will be considered.  After initially discussing changes at the March meeting, the proposals will be reviewed this week and 24 of 32 votes will … Continue reading →

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Snapping Moves After the Draft; ST Coaching Change in Carolina

Posted on May 5, 2015 by longsnap

Rookie mini-camps start this weekend and, in preparation, some teams have made roster moves.  A couple of today’s transactions implicated the snapping position.  The Chiefs waived Jorgen Hus, leaving James Winchester and rookie free agent Andrew East on the roster.  The Patriots also … Continue reading →

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NFL Draft Review

Posted on May 3, 2015 by longsnap

For the first time since 2009, a dedicated long snapper was selected in the NFL Draft.  Joe Cardona from Navy was a Fifth Round selection and pick 166 overall by the Patriots.  Cardona, who may not be able to play until … Continue reading →

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