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’ Frank Reich Provides Update on Chance Shaquille Leonard Plays in Week 1

Colts’ Frank Reich Provides Update on Chance Shaquille Leonard Plays in Week 1

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor Predicted to Join Elite NFL Company in 2022

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor Predicted to Join Elite NFL Company in 2022

Former Colts QB Andrew Luck Making Next Career Move: Report

Former Colts QB Andrew Luck Making Next Career Move: Report

NFL Experts Weigh in on Colts’ Chances to Win AFC South, Super Bowl

NFL Experts Weigh in on Colts’ Chances to Win AFC South, Super Bowl

Colts Rookie Already Named a Draft Day Steal

Colts Rookie Already Named a Draft Day Steal

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. Earns ‘Unbelievable’ Praise From Frank Reich

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. Earns ‘Unbelievable’ Praise From Frank Reich

Colts Ripped by NFL Exec Over ‘Deer-in-the-Headlight Complex’

Colts Ripped by NFL Exec Over ‘Deer-in-the-Headlight Complex’

Colts Named Among Best Fits for Former Texans 1st-Round Pick

Colts Named Among Best Fits for Former Texans 1st-Round Pick

Colts Re-Sign Veteran Offensive Lineman, Add Cornerback to Practice Squad

Colts Re-Sign Veteran Offensive Lineman, Add Cornerback to Practice Squad

Colts Add Rookie From Waivers, Sign 13 Players to Practice Squad

Colts Add Rookie From Waivers, Sign 13 Players to Practice Squad

Colts Sign Veteran WR to Practice Squad: Report

Colts Sign Veteran WR to Practice Squad: Report

Colts CB Stephon Gilmore Admits to Being ‘Salty’ About Ending With Patriots

Colts CB Stephon Gilmore Admits to Being ‘Salty’ About Ending With Patriots

Former Matt Ryan WR Target Cut, Becomes Free Agent Option for Colts

Former Matt Ryan WR Target Cut, Becomes Free Agent Option for Colts

Colts Update Shaquille Leonard’s Practice Status Amid Roster Cuts

Colts Update Shaquille Leonard’s Practice Status Amid Roster Cuts

Colts Trade for Linebacker Depth, Exchange Draft Picks With Bucs

Colts Trade for Linebacker Depth, Exchange Draft Picks With Bucs

Colts Make Final Decision on QB Sam Ehlinger’s Roster Status: Report

Colts Make Final Decision on QB Sam Ehlinger’s Roster Status: Report

Colts Release Former Pro Bowl RB Ahead of Deadline: Report

Colts Release Former Pro Bowl RB Ahead of Deadline: Report

Colts Named Among Best Trade Fits for Super Bowl-Winning WR

Colts Named Among Best Trade Fits for Super Bowl-Winning WR

Colts Release Young Quarterback: Report

Colts Release Young Quarterback: Report

NFL Analyst Proposes Colts ‘Gage’ Interest in Quarterback Trade Market

NFL Analyst Proposes Colts ‘Gage’ Interest in Quarterback Trade Market

Colts’ Jonathan Taylor Lands Behind Only 4 Players on NFL Top 100 List

Colts’ Jonathan Taylor Lands Behind Only 4 Players on NFL Top 100 List

Colts’ Frank Reich Provides Update on Chance Shaquille Leonard Misses 4 Games

Colts’ Frank Reich Provides Update on Chance Shaquille Leonard Misses 4 Games

Colts Radio Host Makes Case to ‘Sneak’ QB to Practice Squad

Colts Radio Host Makes Case to ‘Sneak’ QB to Practice Squad

Colts Lose Defender to Season-Ending Ankle Injury in Preseason Finale

Colts Lose Defender to Season-Ending Ankle Injury in Preseason Finale

AFC South Rival Signs Released Colts Kicker

AFC South Rival Signs Released Colts Kicker

Colts Aiming to ‘Get a Look At’ Stiff RB Competition vs. Buccaneers

Colts Aiming to ‘Get a Look At’ Stiff RB Competition vs. Buccaneers

Colts’ Frank Reich Reveals Why Matt Ryan Is ‘At Another Level’

Colts’ Frank Reich Reveals Why Matt Ryan Is ‘At Another Level’

NFL Reporter Names Member of Colts With Hottest Seat Entering 2022

NFL Reporter Names Member of Colts With Hottest Seat Entering 2022

Former Colts Starting LT ‘Wants to Play’ Again, Has Turned Down 9 Offers

Former Colts Starting LT ‘Wants to Play’ Again, Has Turned Down 9 Offers

Kwity Paye Not Practicing, Frank Reich Reveals Timeline for Return

Kwity Paye Not Practicing, Frank Reich Reveals Timeline for Return