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Snapping transaction news

Niners Add Pontbriand

Just prior to the start of the NFL Combine, the 49ers announced they had signed veteran snapper Ryan Pontbriand to a contract for the 2012 season.  Pontbriand, who was released by the Browns after having some snapping issues this past season, … Continue reading →

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Long Snappers in Free Agency

Next month, free agency will commence in the NFL and some snappers will be able to offer their services to other teams. Unrestricted free agent snappers, who can sign with any club, are Ken Amato (Titans), Matt Katula (Vikings), Mike … Continue reading →

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Binn to Replace Paxton for Broncos

Lonie Paxton has officially been ruled out of tomorrow’s playoff game against the Patriots and the Broncos have added veteran snapper David Binn.  Paxton has been dealing with a personal family matter.  Binn spent 17 seasons with the Chargers before … Continue reading →

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Playoff Snapping Update

As the Divisional round of the NFL playoffs approaches this weekend, there is one big question mark at the snapping position.  Lonie Paxton of the Broncos has been absent from the last two practices due to personal reasons and his … Continue reading →

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New Snappers in Minnesota and Cleveland

Today was decision day for two NFL teams at the snapping position.  The Vikings have signed veteran Matt Katula to replace the injured Cullen Loeffler.  The Browns have decided to replace Ryan Pontbriand with rookie Christian Yount, who spent part … Continue reading →

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Cain Claimed off Waivers by Jags

Longsnapper Jeremy Cain, waived last week by the Redskins, has been claimed off waivers by the Jaguars.  Cain, who can also play linebacker, is expected to compete with Joe Zelenka for the Jags snapping job.

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New Snapping Moves

With training camps approaching and teams starting to sign draft picks, the 80 man roster limitation has caused some movement at the snapping position.  Client Mark Estermyer was let go by the Steelers this morning and Jeremy Cain, who was … Continue reading →

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NFL Long Snappers Chart Updated

The NFL Long Snappers chart has been updated due to recent snapping transactions and also includes a new column with training camp competition snappers. The link to the chart is attached. http://blog.longsnap.com/?page_id=17

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Jennings Signs Extension with 49ers

Brian Jennings has just signed a five-year contract extension with the 49ers. Jennings, who first made headlines with the contract he signed  in 2004 that included a 1.1 million dollar signing bonus, is now signed through 2014.

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Pittman Reaches Agreement with Seahawks

Client Bryan Pittman has agreed to a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks.  Pittman, who was an unrestricted free agent, had previously been with the Texans.  Pittman’s signing leaves Jason Kyle and JP Darche as the top experienced snappers on … Continue reading →

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