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Snapping Moves at the First Mandatory Cut

Posted on August 31, 2015 by longsnap

Although NFL teams must be down to 75 players by tomorrow, most have already made substantial cuts.  Not surprisingly, the snapping position was heavily impacted. Snappers that have been waived in the last day or two include Patrick Scales (Ravens), Rick … Continue reading →

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Loeffler Released by Vikings

Posted on August 24, 2015 by longsnap

There was some big snapping news today as it was announced that the Vikings have released their longest-tenured player, Cullen Loeffler.  Loeffler has been the snapper in Minnesota since 2004, but lost the job to Kevin McDermott in a tightly … Continue reading →

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Analysis of the New PAT Rule

Posted on August 19, 2015 by longsnap

The new 33-yard extra point is now in effect in the NFL. For those looking for an in-depth analysis of how this will impact NFL games and the various scenarios the rule creates, look no further than an exhaustive evaluation  … Continue reading →

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NFL Snapping Update

Posted on August 17, 2015 by longsnap

With the first week of the NFL preseason complete, there have been two recent snapping transactions.  The Saints waived rookie Chris Highland, who handled all of the snaps in their first preseason game.  The move likely means Justin Drescher, who … Continue reading →

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Saints Add Rookie Chris Highland

Posted on July 30, 2015 by longsnap

There has already been one transaction at the snapping position during the opening days of training camp, as the Saints have signed rookie Chris Highland from Illinois State.  Highland, who was in mini-camp with the Saints on a tryout basis, was … Continue reading →

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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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