Holmes, much like Dan Campbell, says it was so important to stay the course and kept the faith. Holmes has spent his entire NFL career with the Rams organization, starting as a PR intern in 2003. 2023 may be no exception, so those dreaming of Holmes changing things up may have to dream on. It is the same with Dorsey, who was the GM of the Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns before joining the Lions. As an organization, the Lions reached a low point with their diversity when former GM Matt Millen failed to follow the Rooney Rule whenhiringSteve Mariucci in 2003, netting a $200,000 fine in the process. The Lions hired Holmes after an exhaustive search that included interviews with 12 different candidates, including three former general managers. We look forward to him helping lead our organization as we take the next steps as a team.. Holmes provided an honest answer that confirms what his actions in two years of running the Lions have indicated: Do not expect this team to draft a linebacker early. Tom Brady Is Reportedly Considering a 180-Degree Career Change That His 'Inner Circle' Absolutely Hates. 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. There was symbolism in selecting an image of Newsome, because like Holmes, the former Ravens general manager is Black. Lions GM Brad Holmes hints at a more conservative approach to free agency at Combine. I think a little bit of what you saw, I dont think thats really anywhere close to where this kids gonna go, Holmes said. Definitely different from pretty much what weve been doing here.. Glenn interviewed twice apiece with the Colts and Cardinals for their head coaching vacancies this offseason and is considered one of the top candidates to become a head coach next offseason as is offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, who also got a pay bump this offseason. But now the standard is set and its not going to be compromised. Enter Holmes, and a potential change at the position this offseason. This time around, the Lions hired a relatively young director of (college) scouting, Brad Holmes, and theyll attempt to borrow ideas from the Rams system in which he was groomed. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. 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. Read more on whether Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes should target TCU's Max Duggan in the 2023 NFL Draft. Copyright 2022 by WTOP. In two draft cycles, Holmes has made it clear he doesnt see value in selecting an off-ball linebacker early in the draft. That was in the first draft of that era when the Rams tabbed Alec Ogletree at No. Spending big is subjective a little bit Dan and I have a plan that were going to stick to. If they add a big splash, it doesnt mean those young pieces wont play. 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. Holmes adds that hes not against the idea of developing a quarterback while already having a starter in place. He is also the nephew of former Detroit Lions defensive back Luther Bradley, a 1978 first-round draft pick. Theres a good reason for why that is the case in the mind of the boss, as well. That would be music to the ears of Lions fans, who have wanted a dynamic talent at wideout for years. the nephew of former Lions' first-round pick Luther Bradley, Lions new GM Brad Holmes is an exciting hire who wants 'game wreckers'. So, to add more diversity to those levels, to make the pipeline even stronger, I think it will be definitely a step forward.". In his previous role, Holmes collaborated with the Rams personnel directors to improve technological resources and enhance overall scouting procedures. 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. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, January 10 in his season wrap-up, general manager Brad Holmes was asked about Williams. Its the cloth from which theyre cut, and its the same cloth woven around head coach Dan Campbell from his Saints and Dolphins days. Now that Tom Brady has officially retired and hes taking a One of the more candid tidbits from last weeks press conference featuring Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes and assistant GM Ray Agnew came with the very last question. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Goffs backup is currently Nate Sudfeld, and that might not be good enough for the future. The league has long had the Rooney Rule in place, which requires teams to interview minority candidates for top jobs, including head coach and general manager. 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. Some people are upset at the way iPhones charge. [4] In this role, Holmes was integral in the acquisition of Rams "Mob Squad" Pro Bowlers Aaron Donald, Jared Goff, Todd Gurley, Cooper Kupp, Pharoh Cooper, and Cory Littleton. Holmes led the Rams college scouting department for eight years and began his 18-year career with them as a public relations intern, choosing to work for that franchise instead of having the same opportunity with the Lions. As a result of this, and another offseason of getting adjusted, Holmes seems to think the surface has just been scratched for Williams, and he is going to make waves in the future. Holmes is the son of Melvin Holmes, who played offensive line for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971 to 1973. Brad just struck us as head and shoulders above., Follow Larry Lage at https://twitter.com/larrylage, More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL. #Lions pic.twitter.com/ezRwSNPsJL, NFL Unlimited (@NFLUnlimited) January 9, 2023. Those outcomes havent gone so well for Detroit. In terms of where Williams is heading, Holmes admits that the rookie is a hard worker that simply wants to be on the field playing the game and playing it hard. Holmes, 41,has never run a building before, but Bill Hayes, Holmes' former college coach at North Carolina A&T, said that should not be a problem for a former team captain who has natural leadership ability. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. This is his first time going through an injury and a rehab process like he had to go through. How could a show about a chart-topping band care so little about the making of their music? Holmes joins the Lions after spending the previous 18 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams (2003-2020). Hes not one of those egotistical maniacs. Detroit was 5-11 last season its 13th season with double digits in losses this century and has had only one playoff victory since winning the 1957 NFL title. Its cool to see it materialize at the moment.. Will Holmes continue to prioritize bringing guys back, specifically DJ Chark and Cominsky? "Right before I got married, we had to go through this pre-marital counseling through my wifes church, and they told us to make vision boards," Holmes said. Holmes previously served with the St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams in various executive roles from 2003 to 2020. Copyright One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites. Suggest a correction Required fields are marked Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. A fresh spate of suspected poisoning attacks on schoolgirls in Iran was reported Wednesday as officials sought to play down the incidents that have sparked outrage and led to dozens of hospitalizations since November. 30 overall. [13][6] Holmes cousin, Alex Barron, was a first-round pick of the Rams in 2005. Holmes was one of at least 12 candidates the Lions interviewed for their GM job after firing Bob Quinn and Matt Patricia in late November. Said he wasnt satisfied with their situation entering 2022 pic.twitter.com/bzGup6zLHC. Clearly, the Lions are going to be in the market for something at the position, and that is pretty notable heading toward the offseason. He was trying to work on chemistry with Goff essentially on the fly during crunch time of a season. DETROIT (AP) Brad Holmes was not even a candidate when the Detroit Lions began their search for a general manager nearly two months ago. And when I was an area scout, I just wanted to be the best area scout. We look forward to him helping lead our organization as we take the next steps as a team.. Brad Holmes: Theres a mutual interest between the Lions and UFA running back Jamaal Williams pic.twitter.com/ZIUWE7tgry. Several UFOs have hovered above Russia in recent days, worrying pro-Kremlin figures. In his first draft in Kansas City, he picked Nico Johnson in the fourth round, No. The Lions head into the offseason with two first-round picks inside the top 20, and an opportunity to bolster their blossoming roster. Though he didnt score on the play thanks to a flag, Williams showed the goods in Week 18 against Green Bay as well. 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 played an integral role in drafting several key players on the Rams current roster, including DT Aaron Donald, QB Jared Goff, WR Cooper Kupp and S John Johnson. He had an electric debut against Minnesota in which he scored on a 41 yard pass on first down in the first quarter that showed his p. Heres a look at the play, which was a beautiful route and the type of score that Williams turned in plenty of times in his college career: FIRST NFL CATCH IS A TOUCHDOWN FOR @bigsgjamo!#MINvsDET | FOX pic.twitter.com/2vd9oiRmYe, Detroit Lions (@Lions) December 11, 2022. Would a developmental rookieat any range of the draftbe considered enough internally, or is prioritizing a better veteran backup something the Lions value? NFL Combine: Brad Holmes Drops Interesting Hints About Lions Offseason, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes says he sees both a new sense of motivation as well as relaxation in quarterback Jared Goff. 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. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). 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. Holmes, who works out of Atlanta and also was a finalist for the Atlanta Falcons GM job, is known for his bright, detailed scouting eye and inquisitive nature. Thats true even if Goff doesnt lose his job. Please dont get mad at me like if I dont use the word rebuild if I just continue to pivot towards retool, Holmes said. Powered by. Throughout our search for a new general manager, Brad was someone who stood out immediately." Last year, Detroit general manager Brad Holmes surprised Rob Lohman, the teams director of pro scouting, gets a shoutout for his work, with the additions of John Cominsky, Justin Jackson and Isaiah Buggs getting love. I have not had any discussions with Matt or any players. Newsome, the NFL's first Black general manager, built the Ravens into two-time Super Bowl champions. The Lions have gone the bargain route at backup quarterback in both of Holmes seasons at the helm. NOW PLAYING: my-wife-makes-250k-a-month-on-onlyfans-love-dont-judge Holmes joins Fontenot, Miamis Chris Grier and Clevelands Andrew Berry as Black general managers in the NFL. [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. One of the great features of the annual scouting combine in Indianapolis is the scheduled press conference time with head coaches and general managers. Were having discussions now currently. Theres less than 10 people of color that are at the director of college scouting role, Holmes said. "I had never heard what a vision board was, ever. Lions agree to terms with Brad Holmes to become teams new Executive Vice President and General Manager. Following his playing career, Holmes obtained a job with Enterprise Rent A Car while attempting to begin a career in professional sports. The Lions never submitted a request to interview Colbert, a former Lions executive in the 1990s, who is in the final year of his contract in Pittsburgh after helping the Steelers win two championships. Black college football national championship, "Why they got into scouting: Los Angeles Rams college scouting director Brad Holmes", "Rams GM makes changes He replaces three scouts, gets new director of security", "Snead completes makeover of Rams scouting department", "Hooper: Rams scouting director traces roots back to Chamberlain", "Detroit Lions hire Rams' Brad Holmes, a 'proven leader,' as next general manager", "Aggie Star's Work on the Field and in the Classroom Put Him in the NFL", "Cleveland/LA/St. Well determine what that role is and a lot of it is on him too. In 2003, Holmes was hired by the St. Louis Rams as a public relations intern. They have 3 months to figure out who they want with the No. Do not expect this team to draft a linebacker early. Before hiring Holmes, the Lions met in person or virtually with in-house candidates Kyle O'Brien, Lance Newmark and Rob Lohman, ESPN analyst Louis Riddick, ex-NFL GMs Thomas Dimitroff, RIck Smith and Scott Pioli, and current personnel executives Fontenot, George Paton, Jeff Ireland and Ed Dodds. It was evident early on that Brad is a proven leader who is ready for this opportunity. ", DEEP DIVE:Lions GM Brad Holmes has a first-round pick in his family tree. Holmes hopes the leagues commitment to diversity includes hiring practices with positions that assist general managers. The league has made progress on diversity in recent decades. Brad Holmes has been an open book early in his tenure, and has done a good job to position the Lions well for a turnaround. [Lions new GM Brad Holmes is an exciting hire who wants 'game wreckers']. And thats why this team finished above .500 and feels headed in the right direction. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Lions mock offseason v3.0: Pre-combine edition. Dorseys drafts showed a similar pattern. How binding does he expect it to be? Unlike the Lions previous search in 2016 when they hired Quinn after interviewing just three candidates, they talked to many more men to fill the pivotal position. With that kind of mindset, the sky could be the limit for Williams. 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. Williams put up a total of 81 yards from scrimmage on the season with one touchdown. While visiting home after the 1999 season, Holmes was involved in a car accident that left him in a coma for a week. "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. Brad Holmes Will Continue to Build Lions Through Draft Perhaps the biggest reason the Lions enjoyed the type of success they did in 2022-23 was the development of ALLEN PARK -- Brad Holmes will address reporters after his second season as Detroit Lions general manager, and this post will track whats said as it goes down. Still, Williams didnt make the biggest week-to-week impact on the team as the season pushed on, which was a cause of concern for many fans and media alike. 2023 The Associated Press. As Holmes explained, a deal with Williams could be the first order of business for the offseason, and there could be mutual interest in making something happen. 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. Andrew also enjoys long walks on the beach, spending time with his beautiful wife, and playing both real-life and fantasy sports. Holmes said last year was about building the culture and foundation. Brad Holmes has accepted the GM job in Detroit. Since joining the Rams in 2003, Holmes worked under Rams front office executives Charley Armey, Jay Zygmunt, Billy Devaney, and Les Snead. [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. Dan Campbell explains why he brought John Fox into the Lions as a senior defensive assistant coach, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Holmes ability to use analytics to project which players will have success in the league, drawing on his 18 years of experience with the Los Angeles Rams, particularly impressed the Lions. We had some terrific other people that we could have gotten, Hamp said. What was the thought behind giving Aaron Glenn a contract extension? It would be nice to hear Holmes explain the thought process behind the Glenn extension. #Lions GM Brad Holmes: Every position is on the table in free agency pic.twitter.com/inWkjQRv2i, Nolan Bianchi (@nolanbianchi) March 1, 2023. Gazprombank Swiss Chief Charged Over Cash Ties to Putin Cellist. 1 dead, 1 injured after shooting in Northwest D.C. 7 passengers taken to hospitals after turbulence diverts flight to Dulles. Owner Shiela Ford While holding a prominent leadership role in the player personnel department from 2013-20, Holmes helped the Rams achieve a 64-58 record (.524), while having a total of 25 players named to the Pro Bowl during that span. Brad Holmes has been an open book early in his tenure, and has done a good job to position the Lions well for a turnaround. 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And theres no doubt he was going to be a college director soon. His abilities as a critical thinker, along with his extensive experience implementing technology and analytics into his approach to scouting, were among the many decisive qualities Brad displayed in our time getting to know him during the interview process. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. 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). No cause of death was given. Not a bridge. 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. The former head of Gazprombanks Swiss unit and three of his colleagues were hit with criminal charges in Zurich over their alleged mishandling of financial transactions tied to a cellist confidant of Vladimir Putin. 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. He helped guide the selection of Jared Goff over Carson Wentz with the No. Hes going to have to be dedicated in his approach and we can provide all the resources and lay it all out, but hes going to have to to take the accountability and do it on his own, Holmes said. Here are five free-agent receivers Lions could target And he has helped keep the organization competitive the Rams play the Green Bay Packers in a divisional playoff game Saturday despite not having a first-round pick the past four years. They explained it to me and me and my wife had to make one, and part of my vision board was a cutout of Ozzie Newsome hoisting a Super Bowl trophy.". (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)AP. [12], Holmes is the son of Melvin Holmes, who played offensive line for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971 to 1973. He also thanks the game-day operations and coaching staff for the impressive work. Adds that its fair to say theyre ahead of schedule, though. 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. We are thrilled to introduce him to our fans as a member of our football family.. Jameson kind of had to start that after he got healthy and clear to get back on the field.. Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Brad Holmes says he has to do a better job of solving the backup QB position. That was the first step, Holmes told the media. How much value do you place in the backup QB spot now that expectations for the team are raised? Video Video related to brad holmes explains why jameson williams didnt make fast impact for lions 2023-01-11T10:24:39-05:00 This is his first time going through an All rights reserved. While everyone has their opinions about the neediest spots for the Lions, it was clear after listening to Holmes speak that there will be a varied approach for the team. I think he would do an excellent job (as GM)," Hayes said. 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. The Finish: Holmes said they arent concerned about whether theyre ahead of schedule or not, but rather about chopping wood every week and turning this place into a winner. He was voted team captain and helped A&T win the 1999 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and Black College Football National Championship. Sign up for the Lions Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Has your view of drafting players with pre-existing injuries changed? pic.twitter.com/diSGcyAyQn, Mark Skol, Jr. (@markskoljrTV) March 1, 2023. But part of the problem slowing that progress, according to Holmes, is a lack of diversity at the positions that lead to GM opportunities. It was evident early on that Brad is a proven leader who is ready for this opportunity. He strongly believes the value in the position is late in the draft, not early. 2023 www.detroitnews.com. John Johnson III: Should the Lions try and sign the freshly released safety? [8], In 2013, Holmes was named the Rams Director of College Scouting. His Lions held tight until trading up to get Derrick Barnes from Purdue in the fourth round in 2021 and waited until the sixth round in 2022 to snag Oklahoma States Malcolm Rodriguez. Marc Skol Jr. was taking in the Holmes presser, and recounted how Detroits general manager feels as if the team has a solid foundation and wants to continue the same process forward this offseason. I know the team expected to get better results, but the root cause of those wins is subject to interpretation. The highlights show a player who could be primed for a major sophomore season. He can be trusted. The Detroit Lions are ready to kick off the offseason, and before that, the NFL combine offers a chance for the teams power brokers to set the table and prepare for the days ahead. 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. Now Goff is the only QB on the roster. 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