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Snapping transaction news

Lions New Punter May Inspire Snappers

Posted on March 6, 2013 by longsnap

News broke yesterday that the Detroit Lions signed punter Blake Clingan after a Tuesday workout.  Although this is a rather routine off-season transaction, Clingan’s story of perseverance may serve as an inspiration for snappers wishing to get a shot in the NFL. Clingan punted … 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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The Future is Now for Some Snappers and ST Coaches

Posted on January 16, 2013 by longsnap

Although the 2012 NFL season is still continuing with the final four teams this weekend, some teams have already signed players to what are known as future contracts for next season.  In addition, as a result of some firings, there … Continue reading →

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Week Sixteen in Review

Posted on December 24, 2012 by longsnap

Week Sixteen is complete and without a Monday Night Football game, this post is a day earlier than usual.  It was announced today that veteran snapper Patrick Mannelly of the Bears, who was scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent after … Continue reading →

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Week Fifteen in Review

Posted on December 18, 2012 by longsnap

Week Fifteen of the NFL season is complete and the snapping position remains stable.  With the end of the regular season approaching, teams out of contention are likely looking forward to next season and the start of veteran free agency. The … Continue reading →

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Week Thirteen in Review

Posted on December 4, 2012 by longsnap

Week Thirteen is complete and was marred by the tragice events Saturday morning involving the Kansas City Chiefs and the murder-suicide involving linebacker Jevon Belcher.   On the field, Mike Leach (Cardinals), Brian Jennings (49ers) and Andrew Economos (Bucs) each recorded … Continue reading →

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Week Twelve in Review

Posted on November 27, 2012 by longsnap

Week Twelve of the NFL season is complete and included the regular season debut of snapper Kyle Nelson with the Chargers.  Nelson, who entered the NFL as a rookie free agent with the Saints last year, has bounced around a … Continue reading →

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Chargers Add Nelson After Windt Injury

Posted on November 21, 2012 by longsnap

The injury bug finally hit the snapping position this week, as the Chargers were forced to place snapper Mike Windt on injured reserve after he fractured his wrist on Sunday against the Broncos.  Windt will be replaced by Kyle Nelson, who was … Continue reading →

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Week Eight in Review

Posted on October 29, 2012 by longsnap

Week Eight is almost complete and the snapping position remains stable for at least another week.  Because Hurricane Sandy may take my power away soon, this Week in Review is being published prior to tonight’s Monday Night Football game between … Continue reading →

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Week Five in Review

Posted on October 9, 2012 by longsnap

Week Five is complete and there were no major snapping issues.  In the lone snapping transaction, the Eagles released Kyle Nelson from the practice squad after Jon Dorenbos was able to snap following an ankle injury. The Senior Bowl recently … Continue reading →

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