Dave Holcomb
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Dave Holcomb

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

Experience

Dave Holcomb is a sports reporter covering the NFL and MLB for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions.

Originally from Pittsburgh, he has covered sports at the high school, college and professional level for outlets including the Star-Ledger, Football Nation, FanSided, Rotowire and Yardbarker.

He has also published four books, including his first novel in October 2021.

Dave has been a Heavy contributor since February 2022.

Education

Dave Holcomb earned a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism from Syracuse University in 2013.

Latest Articles From Dave Holcomb

  • Steelers Lose Veteran RB to Injury, Bring Back Recently Cut Former Harvard Star

    The Pittsburgh Steelers placed running back Boston Scott on injured reserve and signed veteran Aaron Shampklin on September 4.

  • Mike Tomlin Gets Candid on Attention George Pickens Will See as Steelers Top WR

  • Cowboys Assistant Takes Dig at Steelers QB Justin Fields

  • Steelers Urged to Add Former $90 Million All-Pro CB

  • Dan Campbell Spills Truth on Lions Ex-2nd Rounder Before Week 1: ‘Here to Stay’

  • Steelers Sign Rival’s Former Safety: Report

    NFL insider Aaron Wilson reported the Pittsburgh Steelers signed former Jacksonville Jaguars safety Aye Oyelola on September 2.

  • Lions Predicted to Face $90 Million Decision on Alim McNeill’s Future

  • NFL Insider Argues MVP Caliber QB Could Sign With Steelers to ‘Stick It’ to Cowboys

  • Proposed ‘Bold’ Trade Sees Steelers Ship RB to AFC Foe

  • Steelers Bring Back Veteran WR 3 Days After Cutting Him

  • Social Media Reacts to Steelers Missing Out on 49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk

    The San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk agreed to a contract extension, which likely leaves Van Jefferson as WR2 for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1.

  • LB Nick Herbig Delivers Message to Steelers Coaches: ‘I’d Love To Do That’

  • Lions Announce Bringing Back Veteran WR 3 Days After Release

  • Steelers’ Mike Tomlin Sends Message to Falcons’ Raheem Morris: ‘Better Be Ready’

  • Lions Turn Heads by Adding Veteran WR to Practice Squad: Report

  • Steelers Place Promising Rookie on IR in Slew of Roster Moves on NFL Cutdown Day

  • Steelers Floated as Potential Trade Destination for Ex-2nd Round WR

  • Lions Cut Rookie Minicamp Standout, WR Trade Deadline Acquisition: Reports

  • Steelers’ Russell Wilson Speaks Out on WR George Pickens

  • Lions’ Dan Campbell Makes Admission on LB James Houston After Preseason Finale

    Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell suggested to reporters on August 24 that edge rusher James Houston is on the roster bubble.

  • Mike Tomlin Puts Steelers Undrafted Rookie on Notice With 2-Word Message

  • Steelers’ Russell Wilson Singles Out Maligned OT Broderick Jones

  • Steelers Urged to Trade a QB, Sign Ex-Pro Bowler as Replacement

  • Proposed Trade Sends Lions ‘High-Impact Deep Threat’ in Exchange for Veteran WR

  • Lions Pushed to Sign Veteran Starting Lineman Right ‘Now’

    Bleacher Report's Matt Holder argued the Detroit Lions should sign veteran center Mason Cole.

  • 3 Center Options for the Steelers After Nate Herbig’s Injury

  • Steelers’ Broderick Jones Put on Blast for ‘Getting Bullied’ Against Bills

  • Lions’ Dan Campbell Speaks Out on Rookie Day 3 Selection

  • 2-Time Pro Bowl QB Suggested as Potential 2025 Target for Steelers

  • Eagles’ Kenny Pickett Under Scrutiny After Week 2 Preseason Performance

    NBC Sports Philadelphia's Reuben Frank heavily criticized quarterback Kenny Pickett for his performance against the New England Patriots in Week 2 of the NFL preseason.