The Pittsburgh Steelers and linebacker Cole Holcomb (knee) agreed to a revised contract on Thursday that will clear $4 million in salary cap space in 2025, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Holcomb suffered a season-ending dislocated knee on Nov. 2 of 2023 and didn't play at all last year, but he's considered fully healthy now and is expected to play in 2025. Before the contract restructure, the 28-year-old was set to count $7.6 million against this year's cap. In his first year with the Steelers in 2023 before suffering his serious knee injury, he had 54 tackles (31 solo), two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery in eight starts. Holcomb's last full season came in 2021 with the Washington Commanders, when he recorded a career-high 142 tackles (83 solo), a sack, two interceptions (one returned for a TD), seven pass breakups, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery in 16 regular-season starts.
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb (knee) had his 21-day practice window opened on Tuesday. Holcomb last played in Week 9 of the 2023 season when he suffered an extremely serious knee injury. There was speculation that Holcomb's career could be over, but now he appears to be headed in the right direction. A limited practice on Tuesday gives hope that Holcomb might be able to suit up for Saturday's regular season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals. If active, Holcomb would likely be on a snap count, but getting him on the field at all would be a great feel-good story.
It was confirmed on Friday that Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb (knee) will be out for the remainder of the season after suffering a significant injury on Thursday night against the Tennessee Titans. After dropping back on a play in the first quarter, Holcomb crossed paths with teammate Keanu Neal whose leg caught Holcomb's just under the knee. The injury will require season-ending surgery but Holcomb is expected to make a full recovery. The fifth-year veteran had logged 54 tackles on the season and two forced fumbles. Elandon Roberts and Kwon Alexander will see more time on the field in Holcomb's stead.
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb (knee) was carted off the field during the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Tennessee Titans. He appeared to collide with a teammate while attempting to make a tackle over the middle of the field. It looked like a gruesome injury, so it wouldn't be surprising if Holcomb missed multiple games from this injury. The team should give another update on his status at a later time. In the meantime, Elandon Roberts and Markus Golden could be in line for more snaps with Holcomb out for at least this game.
Cole Holcomb Is A Quality Start in Tackle-Heavy IDP Leagues
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb has a favorable matchup against a run-heavy Baltimore Ravens team. The Ravens run the ball about 35 times a game, slightly less than the league-leading Philadelphia Eagles. Holcomb has excelled against the run, making 10 solo tackles and only missing 5.0% of his attempted tackles on run plays. Overall, he has made 25 tackles and 11 assists in four games, and he is tied for the league lead with two forced fumbles. Holcomb could be a LB2 or LB3 this week.
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