Bears Long Snapper Battle | Chicago Bears News

Chicago Bears News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Behind the scenes at Chicago Bears camp, a quiet but vital battle is unfolding: the long snapper competition. While fans focus on star players and defensive matchups, the special teams unit hinges on one unsung hero—the long snapper. Luke Elkin, with his experience and chemistry with punter Tory Taylor, faces off against Beau Gardner, a college All-American who dominated snaps for Georgia. Special teams coordinator Richard Hightower isn’t just looking for accuracy—he wants a cerebral, reliable leader who can protect and communicate under pressure. For kicker Cairo Santos, this isn’t just…