Hamp fired general manager Bob Quinn and coach Matt Patricia in November soon after Hamp was photographed covering her face with her hands during a loss to Houston. He helped guide the selection of Jared Goff over Carson Wentz with the No. Think hes still developing. Well address the fifth-year option at the right time. Powered by. The Detroit Lions have the flexibility to potentially trade up or down in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Please dont get mad at me like if I dont use the word rebuild if I just continue to pivot towards retool, Holmes said. The Rams almost never valued LB before Day 3. Holmes, the nephew of former Lions' first-round pick Luther Bradley,spent his entire NFL career with the Rams. Hes going to have to put the work in the offseason. 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. I dont think anything he did this year was anywhere remotely close to where hes going to go.. Lions general manager Brad Holmes revealed plenty of interesting takeaways meeting with the media at the NFL combine. 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. And once he realized that goal, he contentedly threw himself fully into the work, as opposed to focusing on future aspirations. The Lions have gone the bargain route at backup quarterback in both of Holmes seasons at the helm. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. 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. This will be the first time weve had a chance to interact with Holmes since his Detroit finished the season winning eight of its final 10 games and nearly qualified for the postseason in the process. Holmes cousin, Alex Barron, was a first-round pick of the Rams in 2005. Here are a few questions I want to ask Holmes at the combine in our limited press conference time. "I am thrilled to welcome Brad Holmes to Detroit," Lions owner Sheila Ford Hampsaid in a statement. Taking to I know a lot was made about that first game and was he going to be on punt team and all that stuff. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. It is my job to evaluate the entire roster, Holmes said. ", REACTION:Why Lions hiring Brad Holmes reminds ofSteelers hiring Mike Tomlin, THE VISION:Lions end up trading Patriot Way for the Rams Standard. And theres no doubt he was going to be a college director soon. Heading into the 2023 offseason, he has a chance to help the team take some major steps forward to the future. Not only that, Newsomewas the league's first Black general manager. Holmes on the rookie class: Said there is no way to predict Kerby Joseph picking Aaron Rodgers three times, or James Houstons historic run. [2] At the conclusion of the public relations internship, Montgomery assisted Holmes in securing a position in the Rams player personnel department. It doesnt matter when it comes, Im still going to be trying to get players., What happens if Ben Johnson leaves? Detroit Lions free agent NFL wide receivers Brad Holmes could target are Allen Lazard and Mecole Hardman. Detroit Lions General Manager Brad Holmes watches during warmups before an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. 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. Holmes was asked about the plans for free agency, and as he admitted, anything is possible. How could a show about a chart-topping band care so little about the making of their music? Lions president Rod Wood said. 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. 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. LIONS PRINCIPAL OWNER AND CHAIRMAN SHEILA FORD HAMP, On behalf of the entire Lions organization, I am thrilled to welcome Brad Holmes to Detroit. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. 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. Thats true even if Goff doesnt lose his job. He is a budding analyst in the sports industry, working with The Cold Wire, EatWatchBet and the Commish Brands. Last year, the Lions managed to do short-term deals to build depth while using the draft to build their team. Holmes previously served with the St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams in various executive roles from 2003 to 2020. Holmes attended George D. Chamberlain High School in Tampa, Florida, where he was captain of the football team, and was also elected homecoming king. That combined to put the youngster in a situation where he was playing catch up. Those outcomes havent gone so well for Detroit. 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. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes will have his podium time with the media on Wednesday. With that kind of mindset, the sky could be the limit for Williams. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, January 10 in his season wrap-up, general manager Brad Holmes was asked about Williams. Newsome, the NFL's first Black general manager, built the Ravens into two-time Super Bowl champions. Fontenot is not permitted to meet with teams in-person yet, per NFL rules, because the Saints remain in the postseason and Fontenot works out of the team's Louisiana headquarters. 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. The Detroit Lions have a new general manager: Los Angeles Rams director of college scouting Brad Holmes. 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Last year, Detroit general manager Brad Holmes surprised Lions GM Brad Holmes addresses the media at the NFL Combine. Holmes even compares Houstons bend to reminiscent of Robert Quinns. Thats the first thing about it, hes going to put in the work, hes going to make the effort and hes a team guy all the way. 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). He soon obtained a public relations internship with the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2002, which he parlayed into a public relations internship with the St. Louis Rams of the NFL in 2003. The Lions announced the hiring later Thursday afternoon. Advertisement An unimaginable tragedy: Greece train crash death toll likely to rise, President says we are mainly mourning young people after collision in which 43 have been confirmed dead, Daisy Jones and the Trap of the Love Triangle. [8], In 2013, Holmes was named the Rams Director of College Scouting. Holmes on Jared Goff: I was always confident in him because Ive been with him since the get-go. All rights reserved. What do you view as the biggest key to the late-season success? Gazprombank Swiss Chief Charged Over Cash Ties to Putin Cellist. Later in the season against Chicago, Williams was unleashed on a 40 yard reverse run. 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. 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. Thats how he is. He cited safety as well, I was talking with Ray (Agnew) about when we were with the Rams, drafted (safety) Jordan Fuller in the sixth round, but had a pretty good idea that hes a high-floor player thats going to end up being a starter, so but theres certain positions that you can kind of look at and assess that you may be able to find gold in the later rounds, and inside linebackers, its a good volume of them throughout the draft.. Special assistant John Dorsey took one off-ball LB before Day 3 exactly once in six drafts. The Atlanta Falcons had Holmes as a finalist before hiring Terry Fontenot as general manager on Tuesday. Spending big in free agency? 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. Thats just how hes wired. Whatever the role is, he said. This post will update with quotes and more while Holmes delivers remarks and answers questions from those in attendance. Do not expect this team to draft a linebacker early. And thats why we do all the work that we do. 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. It took time well into the season before all three showed flashes of being key pieces in 2023 and beyond. Holmes says it wont, and that they will stick to that same approach -- selective, informed decisions on players they feel fit this teams culture. Coming back here now as the general manager, that was definitely a pinch-me moment where it really just sunk in.. 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. Do not expect them to change their core value seams. Brad Holmes Explains Why Jameson Williams Didnt Make Fast Impact for Lions, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. In 2003, Holmes was hired by the St. Louis Rams as a public relations intern. Some people are upset at the way iPhones charge. In the time Holmes was the director of collegiate scouting, they took exactly one non-EDGE linebacker in the first 120 picks. To his credit, he went through it I think okay. Holmes is expected to address reporters 3 p.m. Tuesday after the teams 9-8 finish. 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[9], On January 14, 2021, Holmes was named the executive vice president and general manager of the Detroit Lions. Will Holmes continue to prioritize bringing guys back, specifically DJ Chark and Cominsky? 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. There is a risk/reward balance with selecting players with preexisting injuries, and I wonder if Holmes calculus has changed based on his experiences with drafting them in Detroit. 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. I think a little bit of what you saw, I dont think thats really anywhere close to where this kids gonna go, Holmes said. 2 position is. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. Several UFOs have hovered above Russia in recent days, worrying pro-Kremlin figures. 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. But in the years following they've been one of the league leaders. The league has made progress on diversity in recent decades. You'll now receive the top Lions Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Tom Brady Is Reportedly Considering a 180-Degree Career Change That His 'Inner Circle' Absolutely Hates. 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 Adds that its fair to say theyre ahead of schedule, though. 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. Thats on me, Ive got to do a better job of making sure were not in that position again. Its something Holmes has learned from his long tenure in the Rams front office. #Lions GM Brad Holmes: Every position is on the table in free agency pic.twitter.com/inWkjQRv2i, Nolan Bianchi (@nolanbianchi) March 1, 2023. I know the team expected to get better results, but the root cause of those wins is subject to interpretation. 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. 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. 2023 www.freep.com. In fact, three Black general managers have been hired the past twocycles. The Lions hired Holmes after an exhaustive search that included interviews with 12 different candidates, including three former general managers. We dont know the exact details of the contract, but its believed to keep Glenn in Detroit for at least two more seasons at a higher pay rate. Definitely cutting edge, Hamp said. 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. In two draft cycles, Holmes has made it clear he doesnt see value in selecting an off-ball linebacker early in the draft. [5] After making a full recovery, he was cleared to play his final season of college football in 2001.[1]. 99 overall in 2013. The highlights show a player who could be primed for a major sophomore season. Williams put up a total of 81 yards from scrimmage on the season with one touchdown. On another offseason with assets and draft capital: Said he felt the juice on the flight home, Man, its time to get players now. Not in a position to get kneejerk or anything like that, but its good to have the capital, and you can have all the picks you want, but youve got to pick them right., Holmes calls Dan Campbell special and elite, adds that his elite ability is pulling the team out of a dark place. I would say right now (Holmes) is very, very much a young Ozzie Newsome at this point in his career. Russia said it would use, Iran Schoolgirls Targeted by More Poison Attacks, Sparking Protests. The general manager is asked about the evolution of his approach to free agency, and whether that changes. 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