Melvin Holmes
American football player (1950–2015)
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Melvin Holmes (January 22, 1950 – December 24, 2015) was an American professional football player with the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971 to 1973.[1] He is the father of Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes.
BornJanuary 22, 1950
Miami, Florida, U.S.
Miami, Florida, U.S.
DiedDecember 24, 2015 (aged 65)
Hemingway, South Carolina, U.S.
Hemingway, South Carolina, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
| No. 77 | |
|---|---|
| Positions | Guard, tackle |
| Personal information | |
| Born | January 22, 1950 Miami, Florida, U.S. |
| Died | December 24, 2015 (aged 65) Hemingway, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 251 lb (114 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Mays |
| College | North Carolina A&T |
| NFL draft | 1971 (5th round, 122nd overall pick) |
| Career history | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Early life
Holmes was born in Miami, Florida. He played high school football at Mays High School in Miami, and college football at North Carolina A&T State University.[2][3]
