John Denney

John Sifford Denney (born December 13, 1978) is an American former professional football player who was a long snapper for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the BYU Cougars, and was signed by the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2005.

Early life Denney was born in Denver, Colorado, to Craig and Sheri Denney. He learned to play the violin at age 5 and was an Eagle Scout. A member of the LDS Church, Denney served a church mission to Morristown, New Jersey. He played in every game for the Dolphins for the second straight season, recording five tackles. That season, he appeared in all 16 games for the Dolphins for the third straight year and recorded three special teams tackles.

On March 15, 2018, Denney re-signed with the Dolphins for one year. As of the 2018 season, he is the longest tenured player on the Dolphins roster, having been with the team since 2005. He is second in Dolphins history in games played, behind only Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Marino.

On February 8, 2019, Denney signed a one-year contract extension with the Dolphins. He was released on September 2, as the longest-tenured Dolphin.

Denney (right) with Falcons' long snapper Joe Zelenka in 2011.

New Orleans Saints On January 11, 2021, Denney was signed to the New Orleans Saints' practice squad. On January 13, Denney was released, but re-signed with the team's practice squad on January 16. Denney's practice squad contract with the team expired after the season on January 25.

Personal life Denney is the younger brother of former Buffalo Bills defensive end Ryan Denney. Their younger brother, Brett, was also a defensive end for the Cougars.