Melvin Holmes (January 22, 1950 – December 24, 2015) was an American professional football player with the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971 to 1973. He is the father of Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes.
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.
Career He was selected 122nd overall in the fifth round of the 1971 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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