Dave Holcomb

Expertise:
NFL, Football, MLB, Baseball
Education:
Syracuse University
Location:
Marietta, Georgia

Experience

Dave Holcomb is a sports writer and journalist, covering the NFL for Heavy.com since February 2022.

After opening his tenure with the Seattle Seahawks and Indianapolis Colts, he began covering the Pittsburgh Steelers in December 2022. Dave has covered the Steelers on a daily basis since then.

The following year, Dave rejoined the Seahawks team and started covering the Detroit Lions too.

In 2024, Dave expanded his Heavy role with the Philadelphia Eagles and Miami Dolphins. Also in 2024, he began covering the MLB.

During 2025, writing about the Green Bay Packers and Washington Commanders became part of his job as well.

This year, Heavy added Dave to its Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Rams coverage.

Dating back to his internship at Football Nation, Dave has 15 years of NFL writing experience. His NFL work has been featured at On SI, Athlon Sports, Pro Football Network, Yardbarker and FanRag Sports.

Dave has also covered the Atlanta Braves for Braves on SI, the NHL for The Hockey Writers, the Pittsburgh Penguins for FanRag Sports, fantasy sports at The Sports Network and Rotowire, and baseball for Rant Sports and FanRag.

Early in his career, Dave covered New Jersey High School Sports at The Star-Ledger/NJ.com from 2013-14.

Dave is also a self-published author. He has published three books analyzing the James Bond and Terminator film franchises. Dave also released a WWII novel in 2021.

Education

Dave Holcomb earned a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism from Syracuse University in 2013. Dave dual majored at Syracuse, also earning a degree in English Textual Studies.

Latest Articles From Dave Holcomb

Colts’ Chris Ballard Fires Warning on Top Picks of 2023 NFL Draft

Colts’ Chris Ballard Fires Warning on Top Picks of 2023 NFL Draft

Colts’ Ryan Kelly Delivers Message on Trade Rumors

Colts’ Ryan Kelly Delivers Message on Trade Rumors

Steelers Connected to ‘Burly but Athletic’ Defensive Prospect

Steelers Connected to ‘Burly but Athletic’ Defensive Prospect

Proposed QB Trade Sends Colts Former Top-5 Pick

Proposed QB Trade Sends Colts Former Top-5 Pick

Colts Predicted to Play Defense With Proposed NFL Draft Trade

Colts Predicted to Play Defense With Proposed NFL Draft Trade

Proposed Draft Trade Ships Steelers Rookie Cornerback to NFC Contender

Proposed Draft Trade Ships Steelers Rookie Cornerback to NFC Contender

Colts Fans, Media React to Jim Irsay’s Cryptic Tweet

Colts Fans, Media React to Jim Irsay’s Cryptic Tweet

Proposed Draft Trade Sends Steelers Polarizing Defensive Prospect

Proposed Draft Trade Sends Steelers Polarizing Defensive Prospect

Colts WR Michael Pittman Delivers Message on Contract Negotiations

Colts WR Michael Pittman Delivers Message on Contract Negotiations

Steelers Linked to Surprise Cornerback Option

Steelers Linked to Surprise Cornerback Option

Colts Projected to be Ultra-Aggressive to Land Next Starting Quarterback

Colts Projected to be Ultra-Aggressive to Land Next Starting Quarterback

Steelers, Ravens ‘Love’ Same Rookie Cornerback: Analyst

Steelers, Ravens ‘Love’ Same Rookie Cornerback: Analyst

Colts’ Shane Steichen Provides Key Update on Lamar Jackson Trade Rumors

Colts’ Shane Steichen Provides Key Update on Lamar Jackson Trade Rumors

Steelers Move on From Top Reserve Edge Rusher

Steelers Move on From Top Reserve Edge Rusher

Steelers, Buccaneers Urged to Pull Off Blockbuster Trade Involving Pro Bowler

Steelers, Buccaneers Urged to Pull Off Blockbuster Trade Involving Pro Bowler

Fans Quickly Call on Steelers to Strike Trade for Disgruntled Top-5 Pick

Fans Quickly Call on Steelers to Strike Trade for Disgruntled Top-5 Pick

Steelers Snatch Up Defensive Starter From NFC Foe

Steelers Snatch Up Defensive Starter From NFC Foe

Colts Urged to Target ‘Totally Misunderstood’ Quarterback

Colts Urged to Target ‘Totally Misunderstood’ Quarterback

Steelers Fans React to Antonio Brown Admitting to Self-Centered Behavior

Steelers Fans React to Antonio Brown Admitting to Self-Centered Behavior

Proposed Trade Sees Steelers Ship Assets to Familiar Destination

Proposed Trade Sees Steelers Ship Assets to Familiar Destination

Steelers Projected to Snatch ‘Ultra-Athletic’ Prospect Through Major Draft Trade

Steelers Projected to Snatch ‘Ultra-Athletic’ Prospect Through Major Draft Trade

Steelers 7-Game Starter Skips Town for NFC Foe: Report

Steelers 7-Game Starter Skips Town for NFC Foe: Report

Former MVP QB Hypes Steelers’ Kenny Pickett Against 2023 Draft Class

Former MVP QB Hypes Steelers’ Kenny Pickett Against 2023 Draft Class

Drew Rosenhaus Delivers Message to Colts’ Chris Ballard

Drew Rosenhaus Delivers Message to Colts’ Chris Ballard

Colts ‘Leaders in the Clubhouse’ to Make Big NFL Draft Splash

Colts ‘Leaders in the Clubhouse’ to Make Big NFL Draft Splash

Colts’ Jim Irsay Making QB Preference Clear: Report

Colts’ Jim Irsay Making QB Preference Clear: Report

Steelers Connected to ‘Fastest Riser’ WR at No. 17 Overall

Steelers Connected to ‘Fastest Riser’ WR at No. 17 Overall

Steelers Add Mike Mularkey Disciple to Offensive Coaching Staff

Steelers Add Mike Mularkey Disciple to Offensive Coaching Staff

Colts Urged to Avoid Lamar Jackson, Execute Alternate QB Plan

Colts Urged to Avoid Lamar Jackson, Execute Alternate QB Plan

Colts Boost Roster With 2 New Veteran Weapons: Report

Colts Boost Roster With 2 New Veteran Weapons: Report