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Found January 14, 2013 on GridironFans.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: John Wendling,  Jason Hanson
TEAMS: Buffalo Bills,  Detroit Lions,  Carolina Panthers
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The Buffalo Bills named Danny Crossman special teams coordinator on Monday. Crossman led the Detroit Lions' special teams unit from 2010-12 following seven years with the Carolina Panthers (2003-09), including the final five as their special teams coordinator. During Crossman's tenure with Detroit, safety John Wendling tied for the NFL- lead with 51 special teams tackles. In addition, Lions kicker Jason Hanson posted a career-high and set a franchise record with 134 points in 2012. While with the Panthers, the team's kicking and cover groups contributed to the club making three playoff appearances (2003, 2005 and 2008). Source: Sports Network
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