Fantasy Player Profile Cole Holcomb
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ColeHolcomb
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- LB #55
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ColeHolcomb
- College: North CarolinaHeight: 73" Weight: 240lbDOB: 07-30-1996 Exp: 5
Year Total Pos Rk '22 54.00 74 '21 137.50 7 '20 66.50 36 '19 96.50 19
- IRInjured Reserve
- Manager: FA
@BAL: #23 vs opposing LB - 20.59 FPA
| Bye Week6 | Rank94 | % Rostered- | % Change- | WK 17 Pts0.00 | WK 18 Pts0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Results | Pts |
| 1 | SF | 5.50 | |
| 2 | CLE | 7.50 | |
| 3 | @LV | 6.00 | |
| 4 | @HOU | 5.50 | |
| 5 | BAL | 9.50 | |
| 6 | Bye | 0.00 | |
| 7 | @LA | 5.50 | |
| 8 | JAX | 10.00 | |
| 9 | TEN | 1.00 | |
| 10 | GB | 0.00 | |
| 11 | @CLE | 0.00 | |
| 12 | @CIN | 0.00 | |
| 13 | ARI | 0.00 | |
| 14 | NE | 0.00 | |
| 15 | @IND | 0.00 | |
| 16 | CIN | 0.00 | |
| 17 | @SEA | 0.00 | |
| 18 | @BAL | 0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | SF, | 2 | - | - | 1 | - | 5.50 |
| 2 | CLE, | 3 | - | - | 1 | - | 7.50 |
| 3 | @LV, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 6.00 |
| 4 | @HOU, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 5 | BAL, | 8 | - | - | - | - | 9.50 |
| 6 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @LA, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 8 | JAX, | 6 | - | - | - | 1 | 10.00 |
| 9 | TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 10 | GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @IND, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Future status still in question
Holcomb (knee) still doesn't have a timeline for when he may be able to return to the field, Adam Borst of SteelersNow.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb suffered a significant knee injury Week 9 against the Titans that required season-ending surgery to repair. Since then, there has been speculation that the damage done was enough to keep the North Carolina product on the sidelines permanently, bringing an early end to his career. However, according to GM Omar Khan, Holcolmb is "working extremely hard to get back. I don't really have much to add on a timeline." Khan further stated, "It was a major injury, but he is working hard and I'm…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 22 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be done
Holcomb's knee injury suffered last season could be career-threatening, Chris Mueller of 93.7 The Fan reports.
Analysis: Holcomb suffered a significant knee injury in Week 9 last season that saw him carted off the field and taken to the hospital. Mueller's speculation seems to arise from previous comments made by Steelers executive Omar Khan, as well as the addition of Patrick Queen in free agency. Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Feb. 29 that according to Khan, Holcomb was working hard but didn't have a timeline for a return.
Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Heads to IR
Pittsburgh placed Holcomb (knee) on injured reserve Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Analysis: As expected, Holcomb is now poised to spend the rest of the campaign on the injured reserve list after sustaining a severe knee injury Thursday versus Tennessee. In his place, Elandon Roberts should garner a larger role for the remainder of the year.
Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Requires season-ending surgery
Holcomb will undergo surgery for the knee injury he suffered Thursday and miss the rest of the season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was carted off the field and sent to the hospital after he suffered the injury during the first half of Thursday's game against the Titans. He's since been discharged after spending the night in the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery, though he won't return to the field this season for Pittsburgh.
Published: Fri, Nov 3 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Knee injury considered serious
Holcomb suffered a serious knee injury in Thursday's 20-16 win over the Titans, Alan Saunders of PittsburghSportsNow.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was carted off the field after being hurt on a play in the first half. There's no official diagnosis at this point, but it seems likely that he'll miss a significant amount of time.
Published: Thu, Nov 2 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Carted off Thursday
Holcomb was carted off the field during Thursday night's game against the Titans with what appeared to be a serious knee injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The linebacker assisted on two tackles before exiting in the first half. Holcomb signed a three-year with the Steelers in the offseason after spending his first four seasons with Washington. In the first seven games of 2023, he recorded 52 tackles, two passes defensed, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.
Published: Thu, Nov 2 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Team tackle leader in loss
Holcomb had 11 tackles (seven solo) and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Jaguars.
Analysis: He recovered a fumble forced by Kwon Alexander on Evan Engram late in the first quarter to stop the Jaguars' drive deep in Steelers territory. Holcomb's 11 tackles were a season-high and the first time he's registered double-digit takedowns since Week 6 of the 2022 season. Holcomb once again played in every single defensive snap Sunday and has done so in all but one game this season.
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Productive in win
Holcomb logged eight tackles (five solo) during Pittsburgh's 24-17 win versus the Rams on Sunday.
Analysis: Holcomb was once again productive Sunday and ended up finishing second on the team in total tackles. The 27-year-old has now logged at least five tackles in all six games this season, bringing his total to 42 (25 solo), and Holcomb will look to add to those totals this week versus Jacksonville.
Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine tackles in win
Holcomb recorded nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass deflection during Sunday's 17-10 win against the Ravens.
Analysis: Holcomb continues his solid start to the season, as he's logged five or more tackles in every game so far. The 27-year-old set new season highs in both solo and total tackles Sunday and will look to continue his efficient production when the Steelers return to action in Week 7 against the Rams following a Week 6 bye.
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up eight tackles
Holcomb logged eight tackles (three solo) and a forced fumble during the Steelers' 26-22 win over the Browns on Monday.
Analysis: Holcomb was on the field for 90 percent of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps Monday and finished second on the team in tackles while also forcing a fumble for a second consecutive week. He had just two forced fumbles over his final three years in Washington but has gotten off to a hot start with his new team, logging 13 tackles (five solo) with two forced fumbles.
Published: Tue, Sep 19 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared from foot issue
Holcomb should be ready to participate in OTAs after he recently said that his foot is fully healed, Joe Rutter of Trib Live reports.
Analysis: Holcomb, who underwent season-ending foot surgery that ultimately caused him to miss the final 10 games of the 2022 campaign, is currently in line to be back at full strength by the time Pittsburgh's offseason program begins. The 26-year-old just signed with the Steelers on March 15 after having spent his first four NFL seasons in Washington, and he should eventually command a starting linebacker role this coming fall.
Published: Thu, Mar 23 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Strikes deal with Steelers
Holcomb (foot) and the Steelers agreed to a three-year contract Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Holcomb will head to Pittsburgh after spending the first four seasons of his career in Washington. The linebacker sustained a foot injury in late October and failed to play in any of the Commanders' final 10 games, but he's expected to be ready for OTAs after undergoing surgery in December. He finished the 2022 season with 69 tackles and one pass breakup over his seven appearances.
Published: Wed, Mar 15 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes season-ending surgery
Holcomb underwent season-ending foot surgery Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: After being placed on injured reserve last week with the foot injury that has sidelined him since Week 7, Holcomb elected for surgery to address the issue. As a result, he'll finish the season with 69 tackles and a pass deflection over seven contests. Jon Bostic will remain the Commanders' top option at middle linebacker down the stretch.
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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IR-bound with foot injury
Washington placed Holcomb (foot) on its injured reserve Friday, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb had already missed the Commanders' last four games dealing with the foot injury, and after meeting with a specialist before landing on IR, he'll now have to miss at least the next four games. Until Holcomb is healthy enough to play again, Jamin Davis, David Mayo and Jon Bostic should continue to do the heavy lifting at linebacker for Washington.
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Visiting specialist
Coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday that Holcomb is meeting with a foot specialist, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb has missed four straight games due to a foot injury, and he will now visit a specialist to undergo further examination. It remains to be seen whether the starting linebacker will be able to suit up Week 12 versus the Falcons, but if he's unavailable, Jon Bostic could draw another start Sunday.
Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Out again with foot injury
Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb is slated to miss his fourth consecutive contest as a result of the foot injury he sustained in Week 7 versus the Packers. While David Mayo (hamstring) is currently listed as questionable and both Milo Eifler (hamstring) and Drew White (knee) remain on injured reserve, Jon Bostic, Jamin Davis and Khaleke Hudson are in line to handle linebacker duties Sunday in Houston.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as DNP
Holcomb (foot) was listed as a non-participant during the Commanders' walkthrough Wednesday.
Analysis: Holcomb has not played or practiced since appearing with a foot injury on Washington's first injury report of Week 8. While the team did not hold a full practice following Monday's win over the Eagles, the linebacker's estimated participation is a discouraging sign heading into Sunday's game against the Texans. Holcomb will have two more practices to increase his activity before Friday's final injury report.
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Monday night
Holcomb (foot) is listed as out for Monday's game at Philadelphia, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb will miss his third consecutive game as he recovers from a foot injury. With David Mayo (hamstring) also out for Monday's game, Washington will need to rely heavily on Jon Bostic and sophomore first-rounder Jamin Davis for reps at linebacker.
Published: Sat, Nov 12 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Still sitting out practice Friday
Holcomb (foot) did not participate at practice Friday ahead of Monday's game at Philadelphia, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb has missed Washington's last two games, and not having practiced this week, there's not much reason to expect he'll be available for Monday night. If Holcomb indeed cannot go in Week 10, the Commanders would probably continue to lean on Jon Bostic and sophomore first-rounder Jamin Davis to pick up the slack.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Thursday
Holcomb (foot) was listed as a DNP on the Commanders' injury report Thursday.
Analysis: Holcomb has not been able to play or practice the past two weeks while dealing with a foot injury, though it's unclear when or how this issue first arose. According to Zach Selby of the team's official site, Commanders coach Ron Rivera said that the linebacker is still going through rehab, and that his availability for Monday's game against Philadelphia will depend on how his foot reacts during these sessions Friday. Expect Holcomb to reprise a prominent role over the middle of Washington's…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 9
Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Ron Rivera said Holcomb is progressing in his recovery but needs more time to regain health. This will be a second consecutive absence for the linebacker, creating another opportunity for Jon Bostic to take on an increased role.
Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Holcomb (foot) didn't practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was sidelined for Week 8 due to a foot injury he presumably picked up during the team's Week 7 win over the Packers. His lack of participation during Wednesday's session suggests he's trending towards a second straight absence, but Holcomb will have two more opportunities to practice before Washington needs to make a decision on the linebacker's availability for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings.
Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Colts, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb presumably picked up the foot injury during Washington's Week 7 win over Green Bay and wasn't able to practice at all during Week 8 prep. The 26-year-old is the team's leading tackler, so his absence will be a significant blow for a matchup against Jonathan Taylor and the Colts. Jon Bostic and David Mayo are both candidates for increased roles with Holcomb sidelined.
Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out again Thursday
Holcomb (foot) was listed as a non-participant on the Commanders' injury report Thursday.
Analysis: Holcomb remain sidelined with a foot injury for the second day in a row, though it's unclear when this issue first arose. The 26-year-old has tallied 69 tackles and one pass defended while playing every defensive snap in all but one game this season, so an absence in Sunday's game against the Colts would be significant. If Holcomb does not improve his activity in practice Friday, then David Mayo could see increased usage alongside Jamin Davis in Week 8.
Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with foot injury
Holcomb didn't practice Wednesday due to a foot injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb registered nine tackles during the team's Week 7 win over the Packers but apparently picked up foot injury as well. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but the starting middle linebacker will have two more opportunities to practice before Washington needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Colts.
Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Nine tackles in win
Holcomb recorded nine tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Packers.
Analysis: Holcomb led the team in tackles again Sunday, notching at least nine tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. He has now played every defensive snap over the last four contests and is up to 69 total tackles in 2022. He'll look to remain heavily involved on Washington's defense when the team takes on the Colts in Week 8.
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Collects 12 tackles on TNF
Holcomb recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) during Thursday's 12-7 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Holcomb now has back-to-back weeks with double-digit tackles, as he accumulated 12 stops Thursday against Chicago and 16 tackles Week 5 versus the Titans. The 26-year-old is on pace for a 170-tackle 2022 campaign, which would break his previous career high of 142 he set a season ago. The Commanders are scheduled to host the Packers next Sunday, where Holcomb should once again be a key asset for the team's defense.
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Ties career high with 15 tackles
Holcomb recorded 15 tackles (11 solo) during Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Holcomb's previous career high in stops came during Week 3 a season ago against Buffalo, but he managed to reach that figure again Sunday versus Tennessee. The 26-year-old linebacker has played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in four out of the first five games in 2022, and he'll likely operate in a similar role in Thursday night's contest against Chicago.
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Effective once again
Holcomb tallied eight tackles (four solo) during the Commanders' 25-10 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.
Analysis: Holcomb led the Commanders in tackles over the last two weeks, and he tied for the team lead in the category during Sunday's defeat. The 26-year-old had a career-high 142 tackles last year and has 32 tackles (14 solo) and a pass defense over the first four games in 2022.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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Team-high nine stops in loss
Holcomb recorded nine tackles and one pass defense during Sunday's 24-8 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Holcomb led the team in tackles for a second straight game and has 24 total tackles across the first three weeks of the season. The 2019 fifth-round pick has two 100-tackle campaigns across his first three years in the NFL, including a career-high 142 stops last season.
Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high 10 tackles in loss
Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 36-27 loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Holcomb got off to a slow start in the season opener and dealt with a quadriceps issue leading up to Week 2. However, he cleared the injury report ahead of Sunday and bounced back by recording his first game of the season with at least 10 tackles. The linebacker has recorded 100-plus tackles twice during his first three years in the NFL, and after just two games, he appears on pace for a third such season.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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No injury designation for Week 2
Holcomb doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Lions.
Analysis: Holcomb popped up on the injury report Thursday as a limited participant due to a quadriceps issue, but he appears to be a full-go heading into Week 2. The fourth-year linebacker recorded five tackles (two solo) across 62 snaps in the season opener and is set for another sizable role against Detroit.
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Holcomb (quadriceps) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic repots.
Analysis: Holcomb did not appear on the team's injury report Wednesday, and he appeared to log a full practice. The move to a limited session Thursday could just be precautionary. However, it will still shift the 26-year-old into the questionable territory. Holcomb is a significant piece to the Commanders' defense as their starting middle linebacker, so any potential absence would certainly be a detriment to the unit. If he is unable to suit up Sunday against the Lions, Milo Eifler would likely be called…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Notches five tackles Week 1
Holcomb had five tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 28-22 win over Jacksonville.
Analysis: Holcomb is coming off a career 142-tackle 2021 campaign, and he's off to a solid start in 2022. The starting linebacker boasts minimal upside as a pass rusher, but his three-down role is more than enough to put him on the IDP fantasy radar.
Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Enjoys career year
Holcomb played 16 of 17 games in 2021 and finished with career highs for tackles (142), pass defenses (seven) and interceptions (two).
Analysis: Holcomb was one of the few guys who played up to or above his reputation in 2021 on a disappointing Washington defense, though PFF's grading system (54.8, 40th of 88 linebackers) doesn't paint as pretty of a picture as the counting stats. Either way, the 25-year-old linebacker seemingly did enough to retain a three-down role for the fourth and final year of his rookie contract, after playing 100 percent of Washington's defensive snaps in 15 of his 16 appearances in 2021. A 2019 fifth-round…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 13 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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Returns from COVID list
Holcomb was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
Analysis: Holcomb only missed five days, but it was enough for him to be absent from Washington's loss to the Cowboys on Sunday. Now healthy, Holcomb should return to his starting outside linebacker job in Week 17 against the Eagles.
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on COVID-19 list
Holcomb (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
Analysis: Holcomb is the latest Washington linebacker to be placed on the COVID list. With the majority of the position dealing with some kind of issue, the team could be short-handed Sunday against the Cowboys. Holcomb could return in time if he is vaccinated and able to produce two negative tests more than 24 hours apart. If not though, Nate Orchard could be looking at a significant boost in work Sunday.
Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play Sunday
Holcomb (ankle) will play Sunday against the Eagles, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was able to practice in full Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday. The third-year pro has missed only a handful of snaps all season and should maintain his steady role in the Washington defense Sunday against the Eagles.
Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Holcomb (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice session, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was productive in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys, as he tied for the team lead in tackles while returning an interception for a touchdown. However, he apparently sustained an ankle injury in the contest. He'll likely need to practice in a full capacity Thursday or Friday if he hopes to avoid the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against Philadelphia.
Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Pick-six in loss
Holcomb recorded eight tackles, one pass defended, and one interception returned for a touchdown in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Holcomb tied for the team lead in tackles and was on the field for 100 percent of the defensive snaps for the 12th time in 13 games this season. However, the highlight of his performance came late in the fourth quarter when he cut in front of an intended receiver to intercept Dak Prescott and return the pick 31 yards for a touchdown. Overall, Holcomb continued his stellar campaign, as he now has 110 total tackles, one sack, two tackles for a loss, six passes defended and two interceptions…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 10 tackles in win
Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 17-15 win over Las Vegas.
Analysis: The 25-year-old has now led Washington in tackles in two of the last three weeks. The young linebacker has now tallied 10-plus tackles in five games this season, solidifying himself as a key part of the Football Team's defense.
Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with nine tackles
Holcomb recorded nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Holcomb has had at least six tackles in all eight games this season and has 73 total tackles on the year, which already surpasses his 2020 total. The 25-year-old linebacker will likely remain as a startable IDP option when Washington returns from its Week 9 bye to face the Buccaneers.
Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Productive in Week 6 loss
Holcomb had 10 tackles (nine solo), one pass breakup and one forced fumble during Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Holcomb remains a key component of Washington's defense, particularly in the run game, and he was one of few players able to make an impact versus Kansas City. With 58 total tackles through six games, Holcomb is in the mix as a startable IDP option heading into a road matchup against the Packers in Week 7.
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 6:05am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared of injury designation
Holcomb (shoulder) has been cleared of his injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb played through the shoulder injury during Week 5, so it's no surprise to see him available once again for Week 6. The 25-year-old has 48 tackles through the first five weeks of the season, so his presence will be key for Washington if they have any chance at slowing down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' high-powered offense.
Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to start week
Holcomb (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Holcomb managed to play through his shoulder injury during Week 5's loss to New Orleans, in which he had seven tackles (three solo), one pass breakup and one interception. As long as he's avoided any setbacks, Holcomb should be on track for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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Will play against New Orleans
Holcomb (shoulder) is active for Sunday's contest against the Saints.
Analysis: Holcomb was listed as questionable leading up to Sunday, but he is expected to play against the Saints. The 25-year-old linebacker has been a tackling machine for Washington's defense, totaling 41 through the first four weeks of the season.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable against Saints
Holcomb (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb has been a tackling machine for Washington's defense, racking up 41 through four weeks. If he's unable to give it a go against New Orleans, David Mayo would likely slide into a starting role in Washington's linebacker corps.
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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Produces another productive outing
Holcomb posted nine tackles (four solo) and one forced fumble during Sunday's 34-30 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Holcomb has totaled 41 tackles through the first four weeks of the season. If he can stay healthy, the 25-year-old linebacker is on pace to eclipse 100 tackles on the season for the second time in his three-year career.
Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with 14 tackles
Holcomb posted 14 tackles (10 solo) during Sunday's 43-21 loss to Washington.
Analysis: Holcomb has recorded double-digit tackles in two of the first three games of the season. The 25-year-old linebacker posted a 100-tackle season during his rookie campaign, but he only played in 11 games last year, which caused him to fall short of the milestone two years in a row. If he can stay healthy, Holcomb is on pace for his best defensive season yet.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Registers six tackles
Holcomb posted six tackles (four solo) in Thursday's 30-29 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Holcomb has played every defensive snap through two weeks and leads the Football Team with 17 tackles. The third-year linebacker has job security, and he'll be a dependable fantasy contributor as long as he stays healthy. In 2020, Holcomb generated 72 tackles, 2.5 sacks and a pick-six through 11 contests.
Published: Sat, Sep 18 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces team in tackles
Holcomb posted 11 tackles (eight solo) and a quarterback hit during Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Holcomb moved into a starting role last season due to injuries, and he has retained that gig to start the 2021 campaign. The 25-year-old led Washington in stops Week 1. He has IDP upside as a tackling machine.
Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes 10 starts
Holcomb played 11 regular-season games in 2020, recording 72 tackles (45 solo), 2.5 sacks and one interception.
Analysis: The second-year pro entered Week 1 as a backup and missed weeks two through five with a knee injury, but he ended up starting 11 of Washington's past 12 games, including the playoff loss to Tampa Bay. Holcomb often worked in a three-down role, closing out the year with at least seven tackles and a 73 percent snap share in six consecutive games. His rate of one tackle for every 7.7 snaps hints at considerable IDP value if his role from November-January carries over to his third pro season in…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 12 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 11 tackles against Panthers
Holcomb recorded 11 tackles (six solo) and a sack across 68 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Holcomb cleared concussion protocol Sunday in time to take the field and it's a good thing he did, as the linebacker led the team in tackles. He now has 65 tackles (39 solo), 2.5 sacks, a pass defensed and an interception through 10 games this season.
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear of concussion for Week 16
Holcomb (concussion) is active heading into Sunday's game against the Panthers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb was able to log back-to-back full practice sessions to close out the week Thursday and Friday, and he's now been officially cleared after being deemed unavailable for a Week 15 matchup against Seattle. The second-year linebacker from North Carolina has started eight of the nine games he's appeared in this season after starting 15 times as a rookie. He's averaged six tackles per game in 2020 with a total of one interception and 1.5 sacks.
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices in full Friday
Holcomb (concussion) logged another full practice session Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: That marks two straight full practice sessions for Holcomb, so he appears good to go for Sunday's clash against Carolina assuming he is able to clear the league's concussion protocol.
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice session Thursday
Holcomb (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb missed Sunday's loss to Seattle after suffering the concussion during practice last week, but his ability to practice in full Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session bodes well for his chances of returning Week 16. Still, he'll need to clear the league's concussion protocol before he's officially able to suit up.
Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable for Week 15
Holcomb (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holcomb appeared to have suffered a concussion during the practice week, and he'll enter the league's five-step concussion protocol. Kevin Pierre-Louis (ankle) will also sit out, meaning Khaleke Hudson, Jared Norris and Thomas Davis likely will rotate in at the outside linebacker positions against an efficient Seahawks run game.
Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Eight tackles Sunday
Holcomb recorded eight tackles (five solo) across 79 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Holcomb has burst onto the scene the past three weeks, recording 27 tackles (15 solo) and 0.5 sacks in the process. He'll now shift his focus to Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 7:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 10 tackles Thursday
Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and 0.5 sacks in Thursday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Holcomb's 10 tackles marked a season high for the second-year UNC product. He figures to see a majority of the snaps at outside linebacker again in Week 13 against the Steelers.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared of knee injury
Holcomb (knee) isn't on Washington's injury report to start the week, Nicki Jhablava of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb has missed the past four games with a knee injury, but he's practicing fully to start the week, putting the 2019 fifth-rounder on pace to suit up Sunday against the Giants. He's projected to work in a reserve linebacker role.
Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Can't go Sunday
Holcomb (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Rams.
Analysis: Holcomb will be absent for a fourth straight game, as the knee injury he picked up in the season opener continues to linger. The 2019 fifth-round pick is a depth player, so unless Jon Bostic gets hurt, Holcomb's absence won't shake up the defensive dynamic.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Gets questionable designation
Washington has listed Holcomb (knee) as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Rams.
Analysis: Holcomb was a full participant at practice all week, so his questionable status is presumably a bit cautious. The second-year linebacker has been sidelined since Week 2. If given the green light, he is expected to provide depth at linebacker and help contribute on special teams.
Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Full-go Wednesday
Holcomb (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb is slated to return to the lineup Sunday against the Rams. The 2019 fifth-round pick played in the season opener but stuck to special teams, so he'll likely serve in a similar role unless starting middle linebacker Jon Bostic gets hurt.
Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing another contest
Holcomb (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.
Analysis: Holcomb is set to miss his third consecutive contest due to a lingering knee injury. His absence opens up snaps on special teams.
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out again
Holcomb (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.
Analysis: Holcomb will miss a second-straight contest due to a knee injury sustained during the season opener. When healthy, he'll resume contributing on special teams for Washington.
Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable for Week 2
Holcomb (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Analysis: Holcomb exited the season opener after playing 21 special-teams snaps and no defensive snaps. The Football Team may activate a practice squad linebacker to add depth, especially if Thomas Davis (calf) is ruled out.
Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Able to return
Holcomb (knee) was able to return to the team's Week 1 contest against the Eagles.
Analysis: Holcomb suffered a knee injury earlier in the contest but returned to action after being cleared. He's tallied one tackle to this point.
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers knee injury
Holcomb is questionable to return to the team's Week 1 contest with a knee injury.
Analysis: It's unclear how Holcomb suffered the injury or if he'll be required to miss a significant amount of time. His absence would leave the team with only three active inside linebackers.
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Makes 15 starts in rookie season
Holcomb played all 16 games in 2019, piling up 101 tackles (70 solo), one sack and three forced fumbles.
Analysis: The rookie fifth-round pick made 15 starts and played 63.3 percent of defensive snaps, stepping in at inside linebacker after Reuben Foster suffered an ACL tear during the offseason program. There's no assurance of a similar role moving forward, considering Holcomb finished 58th in PFF's grading among 88 qualified linebackers, and he'll be working with a new coaching staff in 2020.
Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 7:13am by Rotowire.com
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Four more tackles in defeat
Holcomb notched four solo tackles in Sunday's 41-35 loss to the Giants.
Analysis: Holcomb has been a steady tackle-producer this season and currently has 99 on the year. He'll look to reach triple digits Week 17 at Dallas.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Credited with six tackles in loss
Holcomb logged six solo tackles in Sunday's loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Holcomb needs just five tackles to reach 100 in his rookie season. He also has one sack and three forced fumbles on the year.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 13 tackles
Holcomb had 13 tackles (seven solo) and a sack in Sunday's win over the Lions.
Analysis: Holcomb reached double-digit tackles for the second time this season despite playing only 67 percent of the defensive snaps. The 23-year-old was averaging five tackles over the previous five games, making him an unreliable IDP option despite Sunday's production.
Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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