Long snaps, short work year

As the long snapper for the San Francisco 49ers, Brian Jennings figures he has the easiest job in football. Maybe in life. “I work about four minutes a year,” Jennings said. “The rest of the time I’m trying to have as good a time as possible.” Jennings made the Pro Bowl last season, a notable achievement for a guy who hasn’t started a game since high school. His preparation includes constant mental conditioning. “I don’t believe in effort or work or what’s fair or not fair,” Jennings said. “I believe in results.” He smiles as he watches exhausted teammates trudge in from practice. “Everyone talks about practice. I call it recess.”