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

Eagles OC Bridging ‘Fractured’ Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni Relationship: Report

Eagles OC Bridging ‘Fractured’ Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni Relationship: Report

Eagles’ A.J. Brown Speaks Out on 1st-Round CB Quinyon Mitchell: ‘He Hasn’t’

Eagles’ A.J. Brown Speaks Out on 1st-Round CB Quinyon Mitchell: ‘He Hasn’t’

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Sends Strong Challenge to RB Jahmyr Gibbs

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Sends Strong Challenge to RB Jahmyr Gibbs

Steelers Undrafted Free Agent Opening Eyes During Training Camp

Steelers Undrafted Free Agent Opening Eyes During Training Camp

Steelers’ George Pickens Rips His Latest WR Ranking: ‘The League Is Playing With Me’

Steelers’ George Pickens Rips His Latest WR Ranking: ‘The League Is Playing With Me’

Eagles Floated as Possible Trade Destination for Former $135 Million Edge Rusher

Eagles Floated as Possible Trade Destination for Former $135 Million Edge Rusher

Lions’ Dan Campbell Challenges Starting Safety: ‘It’s Time’

Lions’ Dan Campbell Challenges Starting Safety: ‘It’s Time’

Lions OC Offers Bold Statement on WR Jameson Williams

Lions OC Offers Bold Statement on WR Jameson Williams

Eagles’ Massive UDFA Pegged Roster Candidate Due to ‘Untapped Potential’

Eagles’ Massive UDFA Pegged Roster Candidate Due to ‘Untapped Potential’

Steelers’ Justin Fields Has ‘Gained Some Ground’ in QB Competition: Report

Steelers’ Justin Fields Has ‘Gained Some Ground’ in QB Competition: Report

Steelers Announce They’re Bringing Back Veteran Edge Rusher

Steelers Announce They’re Bringing Back Veteran Edge Rusher

Steelers Sign WR Day After Rookie WR Roman Wilson Exits Camp With Injury

Steelers Sign WR Day After Rookie WR Roman Wilson Exits Camp With Injury

Proposed Trades See Steelers Lose Veteran Defensive Linemen

Proposed Trades See Steelers Lose Veteran Defensive Linemen

Lions Lose Veteran Kicker to Season-Ending Injury

Lions Lose Veteran Kicker to Season-Ending Injury

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Speaks Out on WR Jameson Williams

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Speaks Out on WR Jameson Williams

Lions Announce Adding Versatile Lineman Ahead of NFL Training Camp

Lions Announce Adding Versatile Lineman Ahead of NFL Training Camp

Eagles’ Saquon Barkley Sounds Off on ‘Disrespectful’ Phone Call With Giants

Eagles’ Saquon Barkley Sounds Off on ‘Disrespectful’ Phone Call With Giants

LB Alex Highsmith Sends Message to Rest of the NFL: ‘That’s What Kills Guys’

LB Alex Highsmith Sends Message to Rest of the NFL: ‘That’s What Kills Guys’

Proposed Trade Sends Lions Disgruntled Star Edge Rusher

Proposed Trade Sends Lions Disgruntled Star Edge Rusher

Lions to Open Training Camp Without 3 Projected Defensive Starters

Lions to Open Training Camp Without 3 Projected Defensive Starters

Steelers Predicted to Sign Veteran QB to ‘Baker Mayfield-Style’ Contract

Steelers Predicted to Sign Veteran QB to ‘Baker Mayfield-Style’ Contract

Proposed Trade Ships Steelers Speedy $12 Million WR

Proposed Trade Ships Steelers Speedy $12 Million WR

Steelers’ Arthur Smith Rejected AFC Foe Before Joining Pittsburgh Staff: Reports

Steelers’ Arthur Smith Rejected AFC Foe Before Joining Pittsburgh Staff: Reports

Brandon Aiyuk Trade Request Fuels Steelers Fans’ Dream Scenario

Brandon Aiyuk Trade Request Fuels Steelers Fans’ Dream Scenario

LeSean McCoy Opens Up on Eagles Departure: ‘Give It Back’

LeSean McCoy Opens Up on Eagles Departure: ‘Give It Back’

Former NFL Executive Shares Devaluing Take on Steelers’ George Pickens

Former NFL Executive Shares Devaluing Take on Steelers’ George Pickens

Kenny Pickett Reveals Feelings on Steelers Departure to Eagles

Kenny Pickett Reveals Feelings on Steelers Departure to Eagles

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Fires Shot at Cowboys CB

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Fires Shot at Cowboys CB

Lions’ David Montgomery Turns Heads With ‘Unreal’ Workout Video

Lions’ David Montgomery Turns Heads With ‘Unreal’ Workout Video

Eagles Urged to Solidify Pass Rush With Super Bowl Champion

Eagles Urged to Solidify Pass Rush With Super Bowl Champion