The team whittled its list down to a handful of finalists, including New Orleans Saints assistant GM Terry Fontenot,but met only with Holmes for a second, in-person interview. I think hes going to be just fine.. Has your view of drafting players with pre-existing injuries changed? [8], In 2013, Holmes was named the Rams Director of College Scouting. 1 pick in the 2016 draft. The team also expressed interest in at least one college coach, Northwestern's Pat Fitzgerald, during the search process, but never interviewed Fitzgerald, who is not a candidate for the job. Theres less than 10 people of color that are at the director of college scouting role, Holmes said. On the one-year anniversary of the trade that sent quarterback Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes expressed no regret about engineering the trade of the long-time Lions QB. Jameson kind of had to start that after he got healthy and clear to get back on the field.. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes says he sees both a new sense of motivation as well as relaxation in quarterback Jared Goff. Make sure to follow him on Twitter @andrewelmquist1 as well! Owner Shiela Ford But in the years following they've been one of the league leaders. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. Jared Goff is probably the Detroit Lions quarterback in 2023, Lions Penei Sewell feels something special building: Next year is on, bro, Report: Colts request interviews with Lions Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn, Detroit Lions sign 10 players to futures deals, Watch Dan Campbell tell Lions in passionate speech: This is just the beginning, Buy Lions gear: Fanatics, NFL Shop, Amazon, Lids, Buy Lions tickets: StubHub, SeatGeek, Ticketmaster, Stream Lions Games Live: fuboTV, Hulu + Live, Sling. The Lions announced the hiring later Thursday afternoon. In 2013, the Rams elevated Holmes to Director of College Scouting, where he was responsible for overseeing the teams college scouting operations for the past eight seasons. Holmes on the rookie class: Said there is no way to predict Kerby Joseph picking Aaron Rodgers three times, or James Houstons historic run. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Since middle school, when he skipped school to watch the NFL Draft, new Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes dreamed of being an scout. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes will have his podium time with the media on Wednesday. You better buckle up for One Pride.. Whatever the role is, he said. We look forward to him helping lead our organization as we take the next steps as a team.. Believe what Holmes and Agnew said about not valuing linebackers early in the draft. Meijers enhanced mPerks rewards program launches in Mid-Michigan, Keep Eagle agricultural - Eagle Township manufacturing plan sparks controversy, Former Michigan priest sentenced to prison, lifetime sex offender registration. Last year, Detroit general manager Brad Holmes surprised So that is something were going to need to address whether its here in free agency or in the draft. "I am thrilled to welcome Brad Holmes to Detroit," Lions owner Sheila Ford Hampsaid in a statement. No cause of death was given. Copyright 2021 WILX. Do not expect this team to draft a linebacker early. ", REACTION:Why Lions hiring Brad Holmes reminds ofSteelers hiring Mike Tomlin, THE VISION:Lions end up trading Patriot Way for the Rams Standard. All rights reserved. He was voted team captain and helped A&T win the 1999 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and Black College Football National Championship. Powered by. This will be the first time weve had a chance to interact with Holmes since his immediate post-season press conference right after the Week 18 win over the Packers. Spending big in free agency? He can be trusted. Certainly last but not least, our fans. Holmes says the fans brought the energy week in and week out, building an enviable atmosphere at Ford Field. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes will have his podium time with the media on Wednesday. Think hes still developing. Well address the fifth-year option at the right time. All rights reserved. Heading into the 2023 offseason, he has a The draft picks stepped up and looked fantastic in both 2021 and 2022. Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Points to making tough decisions on the staff through each of his first two years. The Rams almost never valued LB before Day 3. Do the raised expectations increase the need for a more capable backup for Goff, should he get injured? He was in meetings and he was at practice every day, but its different not getting those live reps. All those other receivers like DJ (Chark) and Josh (Reynolds), Amon-Ra (St. Brown) and Kalif (Raymond), those guys have been working with Jared way back in the offseason so theyve had all that chemistry in all his reps and getting on the same page, Holmes explained. "Ozzie and I go all the way back to high school and I had the pleasure of working with Ozzie Newsome in Baltimore. Eschewing popular, highly-rated prospects at linebacker is not an accident for Holmes. As he said, the rookie had to deal with plenty including rehabbing an injury which he had never experienced before. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes will have his podium time with the media on Wednesday. [6][7] In 1999, he was voted team captain and helped A&T win the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and Black college football national championship. Hes not one of those egotistical maniacs. The Detroit Lions announced today that they have agreed to terms with Brad Holmes to become the team's new Executive Vice President and General Manager. Holmes will oversee the Lions' football operations and report directly to Principal Owner and Chairman Sheila Ford Hamp and President and CEO Rod Wood. The general manager is asked about the evolution of his approach to free agency, and whether that changes. Why Lions hiring Brad Holmes reminds ofSteelers hiring Mike Tomlin, Lions end up trading Patriot Way for the Rams Standard, Lions GM Brad Holmes has a first-round pick in his family tree, Meet theLions head coach candidate: Todd Bowles is ready for second chance, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Paying an uninspiring combination of Tim Boyle, David Blough and Nate Sudfeld relatively low wages worked as long as Jared Goff played every snap. Brad Holmes: Theres a mutual interest between the Lions and UFA running back Jamaal Williams pic.twitter.com/ZIUWE7tgry. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. But hes not surprised that they had success. He has a rare elite ability to pull a team out and right the ship.. Thats on me, Ive got to do a better job of making sure were not in that position again. That was in the first draft of that era when the Rams tabbed Alec Ogletree at No. That was expanded this past year to include coordinator and additional front office positions. All rights reserved. It would be nice to hear Holmes explain the thought process behind the Glenn extension. Lions general manager Brad Holmes revealed plenty of interesting takeaways meeting with the media at the NFL combine. Player development remains king around these parts. And once he realized that goal, he contentedly threw himself fully into the work, as opposed to focusing on future aspirations. Fossil fuel companies donated $700m to US universities over 10 years, Funding at 27 universities can shift not just research agendas, but also policy in the direction the industry prefers, report says, EU, Russia Take Strong Positions as Ukraine Takes Center Stage at G20, The year-long Russian war in Ukraine took center stage on the eve of a G20 foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday with the EU foreign policy chief saying its success would be measured by what it could do to help end the conflict. [11] Holmes' first transaction as general manager was trading longtime franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for two first round picks, a third round pick, and quarterback Jared Goff. ", DEEP DIVE:Lions GM Brad Holmes has a first-round pick in his family tree. One of the great features of the annual scouting combine in Indianapolis is the scheduled press conference time with head coaches and general managers. The Detroit Lions had to wait until December to unleash rookie wideout Jameson Williams on the NFL, and when they did, he quickly showed off the goods. Holmes played defensive tackle and was a captain at North Carolina A&T, graduating in 2002 with a degree in journalism and mass communications. Choosing to keep or trade quarterback Matthew Stafford along with trying to improve the defense will be their top priorities. The Lions reached agreement on a five-year contract with Holmes after interviewing him for a second time Wednesday, a source told the Free Press on Thursday. All rights reserved (About Us). Last year he used two of the first three picks on players (WR Jameson Williams, DL Josh Paschal) who were injured, as well as fifth-round TE James Mitchell. He is married to his wife, Lisa, and together they have a son, B.J., and a daughter, Lola. I think a little bit of what you saw, I dont think thats really anywhere close to where this kids gonna go, Holmes said. [Meet theLions head coach candidate: Todd Bowles is ready for second chance]. Holmes provided an honest answer that confirms what his actions in two years of running the Lions have indicated:. In his previous role, Holmes collaborated with the Rams personnel directors to improve technological resources and enhance overall scouting procedures. Brad Holmes (born July 29, 1979) is an American football executive who is the general manager and executive vice president for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). Holmes, much like Dan Campbell, says it was so important to stay the course and kept the faith. Theres a mutual interest to hopefully get him back, and we still have (DAndre) Swift as a free agent, Holmes said as shown in Bianchis tweet. Defense might be a bigger priority than some of the other spots, but if there is a place of need on the Lions, its fair to remember it could be upgraded in the days ahead. Definitely cutting edge, Hamp said. As Holmes pointed out, there may have been a good reason for things not being as big statistically speaking for Williams. Holmes adds that hes certainly surprised that the pick via the Rams is as high as it is, saying that when they made that trade they expected it to be a later first-round selection as it was last year. The Atlanta Falcons had Holmes as a finalist before hiring Terry Fontenot as general manager on Tuesday. Last year, the Lions managed to do short-term deals to build depth while using the draft to build their team. Stafford has two years left on his $135 million, five-year contract. "I had never heard what a vision board was, ever. Will Holmes continue to prioritize bringing guys back, specifically DJ Chark and Cominsky? The play didnt count, but holy Jameson Williams speed is special. Well determine what that role is and a lot of it is on him too. Later in the season against Chicago, Williams was unleashed on a 40 yard reverse run. Holmes is the son of Melvin Holmes, who played offensive line for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971-73, and is also the nephew of former Lions defensive back Luther Bradley (1978 first-round pick). Goffs backup is currently Nate Sudfeld, and that might not be good enough for the future. I think he would do an excellent job (as GM)," Hayes said. While Williams was back in the building, the Lions werent able to get him actual reps with quarterback Jared Goff that counted until much later. This is his first time going through an injury and a rehab process like he had to go through. He is also the nephew of former Detroit Lions defensive back Luther Bradley, a 1978 first-round draft pick. Holmes previously served with the St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams in various executive roles from 2003 to 2020. This is a question I also plan for head coach Dan Campbell when he speaks, but Im curious as to the front office look at the great finish as well. I think its a lot easier to get worse at quarterback than it is to get better. Points to Goff captaining the ship of a high-powered offense, saying hes proven that hes the starting quarterback for us. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, January 10 in his season wrap-up, general manager Brad Holmes was asked about Williams. Getty Holmes on Jeff Okudah: Showed some good. NOW PLAYING: my-wife-makes-250k-a-month-on-onlyfans-love-dont-judge It is the same with Dorsey, who was the GM of the Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns before joining the Lions. He wrote scouting reports as an intern that Montgomery said were indistinguishable from those produced by veteran scouts and coaches, and former Rams executive Tony Softli recalled Holmes making an impression with his comprehensive yet digestible presentations as a young combine scout. "Ozzie Newsome is a dear friend of mine, a good, good friend of mine," Montgomery said. He started with the organization as a public relations intern in 2003, joined the scouting department as an intern months later and worked his way into position to runthe team's past eight drafts. the nephew of former Lions' first-round pick Luther Bradley, Lions new GM Brad Holmes is an exciting hire who wants 'game wreckers'. Got a lot of faith and confidence in Jameson. Brad Holmes says he has to do a better job of solving the backup QB position. [5] After making a full recovery, he was cleared to play his final season of college football in 2001.[1]. The start: Brad Holmes is at the podium, rocking the Grit sweatshirt. Do not expect them to change their core value seams. But Ive got to do a better job of getting that rectified, Holmes said as shown in Bianchis tweet. Copyright 2023 inkl. He also thanks the game-day operations and coaching staff for the impressive work. Were having discussions now currently. Meeting with the media, Holmes addressed some of the early concepts of the offseason, and dropped some telling hints about some moves the team could look to make in the days ahead. Just getting through that for the first time and then when he completed that at where we were at in the season, that was the first hurdle. Many will discount the need for quarterbacks because the team has a resurgent Jared Goff on the roster, but its clear that Holmes is interested in some kind of upgrade at the position. I have full trust.. He stood out to us as the perfect fit, team owner Sheila Ford Hamp said on a Zoom call with reporters on Tuesday, days after the team agreed to a deal with Holmes. This will be the first time weve had a chance to interact with Holmes since his The hiring of Holmesmerely continues the team'sgrowing legacy. I mean, he was good. I feel like last year we left training camp kind of sliding into home plate trying to fill that backup quarterback role. It doesnt matter when it comes, Im still going to be trying to get players., What happens if Ben Johnson leaves? Clearly, the Lions are going to be in the market for something at the position, and that is pretty notable heading toward the offseason. 2 position is. Heading into the 2023 offseason, he has a chance to help the team take some major steps forward to the future. The Lions are scheduled to meet with a seventh head coaching candidate, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, the former New York Jets coach, later this week. That combined to put the youngster in a situation where he was playing catch up. https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2022/09/05/detroit-lions-brad-holmes-draft-history-no-value-in-linebackers/, 7 things I'll be watching for the Lions at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, Vikings GM explains why he didn't worry about trading within the NFC North with the Lions, How the Detroit Lions fared in the NFLPA team report cards, Brad Holmes leaves no doubt about Jared Goff: 'He's our starter', Wisconsin DT Keeanu Benton touts his 'grit factor' at the NFL Scouting Combine. Contact Dave Birkett atdbirkett@freepress.com. Over the weekend, a representative for the Queen of Pop's family announced that Anthony had died on Friday at the age of 66. In the end, though, the Lions might choose to stay the course with the players they do bring into the mix. We had some terrific other people that we could have gotten, Hamp said. DETROIT (AP) Brad Holmes was not even a candidate when the Detroit Lions began their search for a general. My question here is based on the internal view of the validity of the late rise. One year earlier, Holmes tabbed DL Levi Onwuzurike in the second round despite an ongoing back injury, as well as oft-injured DB Ifeatu Melifonwu in the third round. It is my job to evaluate the entire roster, Holmes said. Lions mock offseason v3.0: Pre-combine edition. Read news from 100s of titles, curated specifically for you. Dan Campbell explains why he brought John Fox into the Lions as a senior defensive assistant coach, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. But now the standard is set and its not going to be compromised. Several weeks ago when we embarked on this process, it was critical that we find the right person to fit our vision for this team. By continuing to use this site, you agree to our use of cookies. Barnes and Rodriguez will have prominent roles in the Lions 4-2 defense in 2022, along with veteran Alex Anzalone and free agent signee, Chris Board. And breaking racial barriersis important in Holmes family. After originally joining the Rams in 2003 as a public relations intern, Holmes transitioned into scouting and has since spent nearly two decades in a variety of roles within the organizations player personnel department, including national scout, area scout, national Combine scout and scouting assistant. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Brad Holmes has landed what appears to be multiple starters in each of his first two drafts as Detroit Lions general manager, including likely two Day 3 draft picks. Were saving discussions with all of our UFAs who are on expiring deals. What do you view as the biggest key to the late-season success? 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