Complete 2026 NFL Draft LS Rankings:
You are currently viewing our long snapper rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft. It’s been a few years since one has been drafted, but can that change this year?
Our top long snapper prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the most talented pass throwers in college football. Even though no more than 2 will get selected in the draft, a few more are signed as free agents, and many will receive a training camp invite.
We’ll provide you with inside information to help you know who will be a star, who will be a bust, and which sleepers will shock the world.
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(Last Updated: April 22, 2025)
1. Beau Gardner, Georgia
LS | 6’5″ | 250 lbs | 6th Year
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2. Rocco Underwood, Florida
P | 6’3″ | 230 lbs | 5th Year
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3. Ben Anderson, Oklahoma
LS | 6’5″ | 240 lbs | 5th Year
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4. John Ferlmann, Ohio State
LS | 6’3″ | 230 lbs | 5th Year
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5. Tyler Duzansky, Penn State
P | 6’4″ | 220 lbs | 6th Year
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Complete 2026 NFL Draft Long Snapper Rankings
| RANK | NAME | SCHOOL | AGE | HT | WT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beau Gardner | Georgia | 6th | 6'5" | 250 |
| 2 | Rocco Underwood | Florida | 5th | 6'3" | 230 |
| 3 | Ben Anderson | Oklahoma | 5th | 6'5" | 240 |
| 4 | John Ferlmann | Ohio State | 5th | 6'3" | 230 |
| 5 | Tyler Duzansky | Penn State | 6th | 6'4" | 220 |
| 6 | Hank Pepper | USC | 5th | 6'1" | 215 |
| 7 | Bryce Robinson | Virginia | 5th | 6'7" | 265 |
| 8 | Will Halkyard | TCU | 6th | 6'3" | 225 |
| 9 | Dylan Black | Oregon State | 6th | 6'1" | 220 |
| 10 | Byron Floyd | Buffalo | 6th | 6'2" | 240 |
| 11 | Mark Langston | Indiana | 7th | 6'0" | 225 |
| 12 | Jacob Graham | Texas A&M | 6th | 5'11" | 220 |
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Traits That Make a Long Snapper Prospect Great
Long snappers don’t get any attention from the average fan, but every team needs one that never makes a mistake. Snap speed, consistent accuracy, and coverage ability are among some of the most important factors when scouting the top long snapper draft prospects.
Some of the factors we consider when scouting are included below.
Snap Time
Snap time, the length of time from first movement until the holder or punter catches the ball, is constantly timed. If you’re able to consistently snap in the 0.65 second range, you’re giving your kicker or punter plenty of time to get their kick off before the defense gets to them.
Consistency
The other major trait for successful long snappers is consistent accuracy. You can’t have a single botched snap as a long snapper. If you ever miss, it better be by about 6″ or less, otherwise you failed to give your team a chance. If you make more than a mistake or two as a draft hopeful deep snapper, you likely won’t be getting another chance.
Tackling
Long snappers can be a valuable part of the punt coverage unit. While they don’t necessarily need to be elite athletes, having someone with decent movement skills and the ability to consistently complete tackles will give your special teams a boost.
Blocking
Blocking isn’t as important as you might think for long snappers because of the protections placed on them, but being able to hold your ground after a snap can make a difference.
2026 Long Snapper Draft Prospects FAQs
Who is the best long snapper in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Beau Gardner from Georgia is the most likely long snapper to be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. Gardner has elite size for the position, combined with a consistent snap and good leadership.
How good is the long snapper draft class in 2026?
The 2026 long snapper class looks better than average. There are quite a few consistent, productive players who are bigger than we normally see. The additional size without sacrificing athleticism is a big advantage in punt coverage and blocking.
