yeah, i have seen this done before my eyes for springers and for silvers and yes they do hit it, but just like DJFISHS2XS said, do not leave it on the bottom, because this is not a form of fishin, its a form of lining and that is a form of snaggin and myself and others will call u on that, because those guys who say they bite it sitting on the bottom, are liars and not fisherman! This is a great technique for fishing when done properly and right, tight lines, Chris!