Ryan Wendell leads NFL in 2012 snaps played

Ryan Wendell - C - New England Patriots

Dec. 31, 2012 - 5:00 PM ET

Patriots C Ryan Wendell led the NFL in playing time during the 2012 regular season, playing 1,231 offensive snaps and 148 on special teams.

Wendell started all 16 games at center for the Pats, who often used a speed-no-huddle offense that increased their play count. Wendell is a former UDFA out of Fresno State. Jaguars SS Dawan Landry led all defensive players in 2012 snaps played. Ravens S Sean Considine led the NFL in special teams snaps.

Source: Football Outsiders

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