Jason Hovis

215 | Juniata College Alum | Free Agent Long Snapper Agent: @markbgoodheart

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

Jason Hovis Career Long Snapping Highlights. Thank you Juniata Football! 💙💛 https://t.co/9sQOaeA4Si

[Juniata College Football @JuniataFootball]

Earned, not given. Proud to see Juniata College Football Alum, Jason Hovis, being recognized as a potential XFL/UFL prospect. #Developed #D3Football #DreamChaser

[East Coast Long Snapping @EastCoastLS]

Free Agent Long Snapper @Jason_H64 looking SHARP as he gears up for his UFL Specialist Showcase 🏈🎯

[Pro Level Combines @PLCombines]

🗣📣 Jason @Jason_H64 is 🔒'd in for @PLCombines in Rochester NY❗️

👉 Jason is a 6'01" & 225lb LS who played collegiately at @JuniataFootball ✅

📽 CHECK OUT HIS FILM ⬇️
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‼️ WE'LL SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND ‼️

[Justin David Kish • Sports Journalist @JustinDavidKish]

For the ninth consecutive year, Kish Sports Media Network will be providing extensive professional football draft coverage in addition to spring football coverage. Today, Kish Sports Media conducted a pre-draft interview with Juniata College long snapper, Jason Hovis (@Jason_H64).

If you are a pro football draft prospect or looking for media attention to play spring football and would like to be interviewed, then feel free to contact Justin Kish via messaging us or contacting him via email at [email protected].
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Tell us about your College Football experience?

I really enjoyed my college football experience and I’ll forever be grateful that Juniata gave me the opportunity to be a part of their program. I played for three different head coaches at Juniata as the program has been trying to get itself back on track. I didn’t win many games in my career, but I wanted to be a part of the change and finish what I started. I made some amazing friendships that will last a lifetime and I enjoyed getting to share the field with my brothers, even if we didn’t always get the result that we had hoped for.

When you look back at your college career, what is one game that stands out from the rest and brought out the overall best in you as a player?

There are a lot of games that stand out to me as I reflect on my college career, but one that really brought out the best in me as a player was when we played Gettysburg my freshman year. In the first half of that game I recorded my first college tackle and saved a punt from going into the endzone and being a touchback. This game really grew my confidence as a college football player and showed me that I had the opportunity to do some special things in my career.

When you look back on your college playing career, can you name a time where you overcame adversity and what did you learn from the ordeal?

Honestly, I think I’ve dealt with some form of adversity throughout the entirety of my college playing career. Between having three head coaching changes, losing 36 games, the COVID-19 pandemic, and loss of several family members during seasons, it hasn’t always been an easy road. I learned however, that I can only control the things that I can control. I attacked everything I did with 100% effort and kept faith that things would always work out the way they’re meant to and that’s something that will stick with me for the rest of my life.

When you look at your style of play, what would be your biggest trait you possess and what is one area you are always improving on a daily basis?

The biggest trait that I possess is my passion for the game and my job as a long snapper. While the position may not always get a lot of love, I take pride in what I do and that can be seen in my style of play. I play with a lot of heart and give everything I have to make a positive impact every time I step on the field. Something that I'm always looking to improve on is transitioning from the snap to block. While I do both well, I'm always working to make this transition as smooth as possible to get on my block quickly.

What do you look for when watching game film? And what would you like draft scouts to look at when watching your game film?

When watching film, I look at the way the opposing teams line up and where they tend to bring pressure. I also watch opposing returners to see how they move and see if they have any tendencies. I’m always ready for anything out on the field but this helps me get to know my opponent and gives me confidence going into games. When scouts watch my game film, I hope that they notice not just my ability to snap a consistent ball, but also the effort and physicality that I play with.

How do you stand out from other draft prospects at your position?

I think my athleticism and physical play is what makes me stand out from other snappers. When you look at long snappers going into the draft, everyone has the ability to snap a good ball. It’s what I do after the snap that separates me from others. I take pride in not just starting the play, but finishing it too.

If you could compare yourself to any current pro football athlete, who would it be and why?

There’s a lot of outstanding long snappers currently in the NFL and I’m not really sure who I’d compare myself to. I try to learn from other snappers and see what they do well and how I can maybe apply that to my game, but I don’t like to compare myself to other players. I try to stay focused on improving each day and making a name for myself.

What is your final pitch to pro football general managers and draft scouts?

I’m a high character player that has an underdog mentality. Despite playing at a small school, I believe that I have what it takes to play at the professional level. Through my leadership, work-ethic, and physical play style, I’m confident that I can leave a positive impact on any team that would be willing to give me the opportunity.

Jason Hovis Interview Testimonial: Interviews are approached in a very professional manner and I really enjoyed this process. Justin is very passionate about his work and it reflects in his media coverage.

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[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

Jason Hovis 2024 Pro Prep Camp Film!
Thank you @SpecialTeamsU

https://t.co/s0KbG1Wik4

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

@CBruceHicks @CoachBaileyDL Thank you Coach!!! ❤️

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

@CoachBaileyDL Appreciate you Coach! 🤟🏼

[Panini Senior Bowl @seniorbowl]

Congratulations 2023 @FCSBOWL organizers and players on a successful week! 💪💪💪

[The Gridiron Crew 🏈 @Gridiron_Crew]

⚠️ Attention Pro Scouts, Coaches, and GMs ⚠️

You need to look at 2024 Pro Prospect, Jason Hovis @Jason_H64, a LS from @JuniataFootball

👀 See our Interview: https://t.co/DgJNP5XONF

#2024ProProspect #DraftTwitter #NFLDraft #NFL #CFLDraft #CFL #ProFootball 🏈

[Justin Berendzen @jrberendzen]

From today check out my interview with @Jason_H64 from Juniata College @JuniataFootball @JuniataEagles on @DraftDiamonds

2024 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jason Hovis, LS, Juniata College https://t.co/0CIaF3ZgHN

[TRILLION FCS BOWL @FCSBOWL]

9th Annual 2023 @FCSBOWL Rosters Announced NFL & CFL Scouts Confirmed. Dec 10 11am #FCSBowl
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[Juniata College Football @JuniataFootball]

Congrats to our Long Snapper, Jason Hovis, on being invited to the FCS National Bowl! #CLA

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

Honored to accept an invite to the @FCSBOWL

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

Jason Hovis Long Snapping Highlights. https://t.co/2uwkP7wBLt

[Juniata Athletics @JuniataEagles]

Football has 1️⃣3️⃣ seniors we are recognizing prior to today’s game🙌 Happy Senior Day🥳

#WingsUp #TakingFlight #GoEagles

[Juniata College Football @JuniataFootball]

Week 8! The Eagles travel to Williamsport to face off against the Lycoming Warriors at 1PM. Tune into the live stream: https://t.co/RjeMZziUQA

[Jason Hovis @Jason_H64]

I’m super excited to be heading back to the @SpecialTeamsU Pro Prep Camp! Great opportunity to improve and compete with some of the best in the world!!!

[Juniata Athletics @JuniataEagles]

Head Coach Blake Treadwell with his first win at JC! Congrats Coach🎉🙌

#WingsUp #TakingFlight #GoEagles

[Juniata Athletics @JuniataEagles]

EAGLES WIN AT HOME🙌

#WingsUp #TakingFlight #GoEagles