Cole Holcomb Injury News & Updates

Holcomb (illness) was a full participant in practice Wednesday, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Holcomb has not played since Week 8 due to a lingering illness, but he appears back to full health ahead of Sunday's road matchup against the Bears. Barring any setbacks, expect the veteran linebacker to resume handling a key role on defense for Pittsburgh in Week 12.

Holcomb (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Holcomb managed to practice in a limited fashion on Thursday before ultimately reverting to a DNP in Friday's session, which led to the linebacker being ruled out for Sunday's game. The 29-year-old was unable to return to football shape this week and will have to look to the Steelers' Week 12 road matchup with the Bears to get back on the field. With Holcomb out, Malik Harrison or Payton Wilson will likely get the start at inside linebacker opposite Patrick Queen.

Holcomb (illness) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Holcomb has been out for Pittsburgh's last two games because of an illness, and he's still not in football shape to begin the new week of preparation. He'll likely need to come back to practice Thursday or Friday to give himself a shot to suit up Sunday versus the Bengals.

Holcomb (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

An illness will prevent Holcomb from playing in a second straight game, and his next opportunity to play is Week 11 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 16. Payton Wilson started at inside linebacker in the Steelers' Week 9 win over the Colts and led the team with 14 tackles (10 solo) and an interception. Wilson will likely draw the start in Week 10 in Holcomb's absence while Malik Harrison provides depth at the position.

Holcomb (illness) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb missed the Steelers' Week 9 contest with the same illness. It's not a great sign that he's still sidelined, though he'll still have two days to log some practice activity ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers.

Holcomb (illness) has downgraded and been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Colts, Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

The 29-year-old from North Carolina was unable to practice both Thursday and Friday due to an illness, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up Sunday. While Holcomb misses his first game of the season in Week 9, expect Malik Harrison to play an expanded role in Pittsburgh's inside linebacker corps.

Holcomb (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Holcomb was added to the injury report Thursday and was unable to practice Thursday or Friday, putting his status for Week 9 in question. Payton Wilson would likely be in line to fill in at linebacker if Holcomb is unable to play.

Holcomb agreed to a revised contract Thursday and will remain with the Steelers this season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Holcomb was set to make $6 million prior to the restructure, but the move will evidently save the Steelers $4 million against the cap and keep the linebacker with the team for his third consecutive season. The 28-year-old hasn't played since suffering a severe knee injury during Week 9 of the 2023 season, which some speculated could have been career threatening. Holcomb was fully practicing before the team's wild-card loss to the Ravens, so it's presumed he'll be available at the start of training camp next year.

Holcomb (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's wild-card round game against the Ravens, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb was sidelined for the entire 2024 regular season due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 9 of the 2023 campaign. Despite being a full participant in practice all week, Holcomb has not progressed enough his recovery to play Saturday. He is set to miss the entire 2024 season unless the Steelers win Saturday and advance to the AFC divisional round.

Holcomb (knee) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.

Holcomb was unable to play during the 2024 regular season while recovering from a knee injury that he suffered in Week 9 of the 2023 campaign. However, he did have his 21-day practice window to return from the PUP list last week and was a limited participant in practice. Given his ability to log a full practice Tuesday, Holcomb is trending towards being available for Saturday's wild-card game against the Ravens.

Holcomb (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bengals, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb will miss the entire 2024 regular season due to a knee injury that he suffered in Week 9 of the 2023 campaign. The injury was initially thought of as career-threatening, but the 28-year-old progressed enough in his recovery to be designated to return from the PUP list Tuesday. He was a limited practice participant all week, and while he won't be activated off the PUP list ahead of Saturday's regular-season finale, he has a chance to play in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

The Steelers designated Holcomb (knee) to return from the PUP list Tuesday, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Holcomb hasn't played since Week 9 of the 2023 season, when he suffered a severe knee injury in a game against the Titans. There was some initial speculation that the injury could be career-threatening, so it's a big positive for the veteran linebacker to have progressed far enough in his rehab to return to practice. It remains to be seen if Holcomb will see game action this season, either in Week 18 or at some point in the playoffs.

Holcomb (knee) was placed on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday.

Holcomb is still working his way back from the season-ending knee injury he suffered in Week 9 of the 2023 season and he'll be forced to sit out at least the first four weeks of 2024. Once healthy, the 28-year-old is expected to operate as Pittsburgh's third option at interior linebacker behind Patrick Queen and Elandon Roberts.

The Steelers placed Holcomb (knee) on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Holcomb sustained a season-ending knee injury in Week 9 of last season against the Titans. The injury was considered to be potentially career-ending, but the 2019 fifth-round linebacker out of North Carolina has spent the offseason rehabbing. Head coach Mike Tomlin said in June that he was hopeful Holcomb would be available at some point during training camp, per Nick Farabaugh of SteelersNow.com. Before sustaining the knee injury, Holcomb recorded 54 tackles (31 solo), two passes defended and two forced fumbles across eight regular-season games in 2023.

Head coach Mike Tomlin told reporters Wednesday that Holcomb (knee) is on track to be ready for training camp, Nick Farabaugh of Steelers Now reports.

There was speculation earlier this offseason that Holcomb's knee injury was severe enough to force the 27-year-old linebacker to medically retire, but it seems like he'll be able to return to the field after all. Holcomb appeared in eight games before sustaining his season-ending injury in 2023, recording 54 total tackles, including four tackles for loss, while also tallying two passes defended and two forced fumbles. He's expected to retain a substantial role in the Steelers' linebacker corps once he moves past his knee issue.

Holcomb (knee) still doesn't have a timeline for when he may be able to return to the field, Adam Borst of SteelersNow.com reports.

Holcomb suffered a significant knee injury Week 9 against the Titans that required season-ending surgery to repair. Since then there has been speculation that the damage done was enough to keep the North Carolina product on the sidelines permanently, bringing an early end to his career. However, according to general manager Omar Khan, Holcolmb is, "working extremely hard to get back. I don't really have much to add on a timeline." He further stated, "It was a major injury, but he is working hard and I'm optimistic about all the effort he's going to put into getting back on the field."

Holcomb's knee injury suffered last season could be career-threatening, Chris Mueller reports.

Holcomb suffered a significant knee injury in Week 9 last season, which saw him carted off the field and taken to the hospital. Mueller's speculation seems to arise from previous comments made by Steelers executive Omar Khan, as well as the addition of Patrick Queen in free agency. Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported on Feb. 29 that according to Khan, Holcomb was working had, but didn't have a timeline for a return.

Pittsburgh placed Holcomb (knee) on its injured reserve list Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

As expected, Holcomb is now poised to spend the rest of the campaign on the injured reserve list after sustaining a severe knee injury Thursday versus Tennessee. In his place, Elandon Roberts should garner a larger role for the remainder of the year.

Holcomb will undergo surgery for the knee injury he suffered Thursday and miss the rest of the season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Networkreports.

Holcomb was carted off the field and sent to the hospital after he suffered the injury during the first half of Thursday's game against the Titans. He's since been discharged after spending the night in the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery, though he won't return to the field this season for Pittsburgh.

Holcomb suffered a serious knee injury in Thursday's 20-16 win over the Titans, Alan Saunders of PittsburghSportsNow.com reports.

Holcomb was carted off the field after being hurt on a play in the first half. There's no official diagnosis at this point, but it seems likely that he'll miss a significant amount of time.

Holcomb was carted off the field Thursday night with an apparent serious knee injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The linebacker assisted on two tackles before exiting in the first half. Holcomb signed a three-year with the Steelers in the offseason after spending his first four seasons with Washington. In the first seven games of 2023, he recorded 52 tackles, two passes defensed, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.

Holcomb had 11 tackles (seven solo) and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Jaguars.

He recovered a fumble forced by Kwon Alexander on Evan Engram late in the first quarter to stop the Jaguars' drive deep in Steelers territory. Holcomb's 11 tackles were a season-high and the first time he registered double-digit takedowns since Week 6 of the 2022 season. Holcomb once again played in every single defensive snap Sunday and has done so in all but one game this season.

Holcomb logged eight tackles (five solo) during Pittsburgh's 24-17 win versus the Rams on Sunday.

Holcomb was once again productive Sunday and ended up finishing second on the team on total tackles. The 27-year-old has now logged at least five tackles in all six games this season bringing his total to 42 (25 solo), and Holcomb will look to add to those totals this week versus Jacksonville.

Holcomb recorded nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass deflection during Sunday's 17-10 win against the Ravens.

Holcomb continues his solid start to the season as he's logged five or more in every game so far. The 27-year-old set new season highs for himself in both solo and total tackles Sunday and will look to continue his efficient production after the Steelers return from their bye week.

Holcomb logged eight tackles (three solo) and a forced fumble during the Steelers' 26-22 win over the Browns on Monday.

Holcomb was on the field for 90 percent of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps Monday and finished second on the team in tackles while also forcing a fumble for a second consecutive week. He had just two forced fumbles over his final three years in Washington but has gotten off to a hot start with his new team, logging 13 tackles (five solo) with two forced fumbles.

Holcomb should be ready to participate in OTAs after he recently said that his foot is fully healed, Joe Rutter of Trib Live reports.

Holcomb, who underwent season-ending foot surgery that ultimately caused him to miss the final 10 games of the 2022 campaign, is currently in line to be back at full strength by the time Pittsburgh's offseason program begins. The 26-year-old just signed with the Steelers on March 15 after having spent his first four NFL seasons in Washington, and he should eventually command a starting linebacker role come the fall.

Holcomb (foot) and the Steelers agreed to a three-year contract Wednesday pending physical, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Holcomb will head to Pittsburgh after spending the first four seasons of his career in Washington, most recently racking up 69 tackles and a pass deflection over seven games in 2022. The linebacker sustained a foot injury in late October and failed to play in any of the Commanders' final 10 games, but he's expected to be ready for OTA's after undergoing surgery in December. With Robert Spillane signing with the Raiders, Holcomb will compete with Devin Bush and Myles Jack for usage at interior linebacker in 2023.

Holcomb (foot) underwent foot surgery and is done for the season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

After being placed on injured reserve last week with the foot injury that has sidelined him since Week 7, Holcomb has elected to have the injury surgically repaired. As a result, his season will come to an end, finishing the 2022 campaign with 69 tackles and a pass deflection over seven contests. Jon Bostic will remain the Commanders' top option at middle linebacker down the stretch.

Washington placed Holcomb (foot) on its injured reserve list Friday, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb has already missed the Commanders' last four games dealing with the foot injury, and after meeting with a specialist, he'll now have to miss at least the next four games as well. Until Holcomb is healthy enough to play again, Jamin Davis, David Mayo and Jon Bostic should continue to do the heavy lifting at linebacker for Washington.

Coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday that Holcomb is meeting with a foot specialist, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb has missed four straight games due to a foot injury, and he will now visit a specialist to undergo further examination. It remains to be seen whether the starting linebacker will be able to suit up Week 12 versus the Falcons, but if he's unavailable Jon Bostic could draw another start Sunday.

Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb is slated to miss his fourth consecutive contest as a result of the foot injury he sustained in Week 7 versus the Packers. While David Mayo (hamstring) is currently listed as questionable and both Milo Eifler (hamstring) and Drew White (knee) remain on injured reserve, Jon Bostic, Jamin Davis and Khaleke Hudson are in line to handle linebacker duties Sunday in Houston.

Holcomb (foot) was listed as a non-participant during the Commanders' walkthrough Wednesday.

Holcomb has not played or practiced since appearing with a foot injury on Washington's first injury report of Week 8. While the team did not hold a full practice following Monday's win over the Eagles, the linebacker's estimated participation is a discouraging sign heading into Sunday's game against the Texans. Holcomb will have two more practices to increase his activity before Friday's final injury report.

Holcomb (foot) is listed as out for Monday's game at Philadelphia, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb will miss his third consecutive game as he recovers from a foot injury. With David Mayo (hamstring) also out for Monday's game, Washington will need to rely heavily on Jon Bostic and sophomore first-rounder Jamin Davis for reps at linebacker.

Holcomb (foot) did not participate at practice Friday ahead of Monday's game at Philadelphia, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb has missed Washington's last two games, and not having practiced this week, there's not much reason to expect he'll be available for Monday night. If Holcomb indeed cannot go in Week 10, the Commanders would probably continue to lean on Jon Bostic and sophomore first-rounder Jamin Davis to pick up the slack.

Holcomb (foot) was listed as a DNP on the Commanders' injury report Thursday.

Holcomb has not been able to play or practice the past two weeks while dealing with a foot injury, though it's unclear when or how this issue first arose. According to Zach Selby of the team's official site, Commanders coach Ron Rivera said that the linebacker is still going through rehab, and that his availability for Monday's game against Philadelphia will depend on how his foot reacts during these sessions Friday. Expect Holcomb to reprise a prominent role over the middle of Washington's defense when healthy.

Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Coach Ron Rivera said Holcomb is progressing in his recovery but needs more time to regain health. This will be a second consecutive absence for the linebacker, creating another opportunity for Jon Bostic to take on an increased role.

Holcomb (foot) didn't practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb was sidelined for Week 8 due to a foot injury he presumably picked up during the team's Week 7 win over the Packers. His lack of participation during Wednesday's session suggests he's trending towards a second straight absence, but Holcomb will have two more opportunities to practice before Washington needs to make a decision on the linebacker's availability for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings.

Holcomb (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Colts, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb presumably picked up the foot injury during Washington's Week 7 win over Green Bay and wasn't able to practice at all during Week 8 prep. The 26-year-old is the team's leading tackler, so his absence will be a significant blow for a matchup against Jonathan Taylor and the Colts. Jon Bostic and David Mayo are both candidates for increased roles with Holcomb sidelined.

Holcomb (foot) was listed as a non-participant on the Commanders' injury report Thursday.

Holcomb remain sidelined with a foot injury for the second day in a row, though it's unclear when this issue first arose. The 26-year-old has tallied 69 tackles and one pass defended while playing every defensive snap in all but one game this season, so his potential absence would be a significant loss for Sunday's game against the Colts. If Holcomb does not improve his activity in practice Friday, then David Mayo could see increased usage alongside Jamin Davis in Week 8.

Holcomb didn't practice Wednesday due to a foot injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb registered nine tackles during the team's Week 7 win over the Packers but apparently picked up foot injury as well. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but the starting middle linebacker will have two more opportunities to practice before Washington needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Colts.

Holcomb recorded nine tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Packers.

Holcomb led the team in tackles again Sunday, notching at least nine tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. He has now played every defensive snap over the last four contests and is up to 69 total tackles in 2022. He'll look to remain heavily involved on Washington's defense when the team takes on the Colts in Week 8.

Holcomb recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) during Thursday's 12-7 win over the Bears.

Holcomb now has back-to-back weeks with double-digit tackles, as he accumulated 12 stops Thursday against Chicago and 16 tackles Week 5 versus the Titans. The 26-year-old is on pace for a 170-tackle 2022 campaign, which would break his previous career high of 142 he set a season ago. The Commanders are scheduled to host the Packers next Sunday, where Holcomb should once again be a key asset for the team's defense.

Holcomb recorded 15 tackles (11 solo) during Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Titans.

Holcomb's previous career-high in stops came Week 3 a season ago against Buffalo, but he remarkably managed to reach that figure again Sunday versus Tennessee. The 26-year-old linebacker has played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in four out of the first five games in 2022, and he'll likely operate in a similar role in Thursday night's contest against Chicago.

Holcomb tallied eight tackles (four solo) during the Commanders' 25-10 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.

Holcomb led the Commanders in tackles over the last two weeks, and he tied for the team lead in the category during Sunday's defeat. The 26-year-old had a career-high 142 tackles last year and has 32 tackles (14 solo) and a pass defense over the first four games in 2022.

Holcomb recorded nine tackles and one pass defense during Sunday's 24-8 loss to the Eagles.

Holcomb led the team in tackles for a second straight game and has 24 total tackles across the first three weeks of the season. The 2019 fifth-round pick has two 100-tackle campaigns across his first three years in the NFL, including a career-high 142 stops last season.

Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 36-27 loss to the Lions.

Holcomb got off to a slow start in the season opener and dealt with a quadriceps issue leading up to Week 2. However, he cleared the injury report ahead of Sunday and bounced back by recording his first game of the season with at least 10 tackles. The linebacker has recorded 100-plus tackles twice during his first three years in the NFL, and after just two games, he appears on pace for a third such season.

Holcomb doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Lions.

Holcomb popped up on the injury report Thursday as a limited participant due to a quadriceps issue, but he appears to be full go heading into Week 2. The fourth-year linebacker recorded five tackles (two solo) across 62 snaps in the season opener and is set for another sizable role against Detroit.

Holcomb (quadriceps) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic repots.

Holcomb did not appear on the team's injury report Wednesday, and he appeared to log a full practice. The move to a limited session Thursday could just be precautionary. However, it will still shift the 26-year-old into the questionable territory. Holcomb is a significant piece to the Commanders' defense as their starting middle linebacker, so any potential absence would certainly be a detriment to the unit. If he is unable to suit up Sunday against the Lions, Milo Eifler would likely be called upon to start.

Holcomb had five tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 28-22 win over Jacksonville.

Holcomb is coming off a career 142-tackle 2021 campaign, and he's off to a solid start in 2022. The starting linebacker boasts minimal upside as a pass rusher, but his three-down role is more than enough to put him on the IDP fantasy radar.

Holcomb played 16 of 17 games in 2021 and finished with career highs for tackles (142), pass defenses (seven) and interceptions (two).

Holcomb was one of the few guys who played up to or above his reputation in 2021 on a disappointing Washington defense, though PFF's grading system (54.8, 40th of 88 linebackers) doesn't paint as pretty of a picture as the counting stats. Either way, the 25-year-old linebacker seemingly did enough to retain a three-down role for the fourth and final year of his rookie contract, after playing 100 percent of Washington's defensive snaps in 15 of his 16 appearances in 2021. A 2019 fifth-round pick, Holcomb won't cost Washington much in 2022 if he plays out his rookie contract, but there'll likely be discussions this offseason for an extension.

Holcomb was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Holcomb only missed five days, but it was enough for him to be absent from Washington's loss to the Cowboys on Sunday. Now healthy, Holcomb should return to his starting outside-linebacker job in Week 17 against the Eagles.

Holcomb (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

Holcomb is the latest Washington linebacker to be placed on the COVID list. With the majority of the position dealing with some kind of ailment, they could be short-handed Sunday against the Cowboys. Holcomb could return in time if he is vaccinated and able to produce two negative tests more than 24 hours apart. If not though, Nate Orchard could be looking at a significant boost in work Sunday.

Holcomb (ankle) will play Sunday against the Eagles, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb was able to practice in full on Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday. The third-year pro has only missed a handful of snaps all season and should maintain his steady role in the Washington defense Sunday against the Eagles.

Holcomb (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice session, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb was productive in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys, as he tied for the team lead in tackles while returning an interception for a touchdown. However, he apparently sustained an ankle injury in the contest. He'll likely need to practice in a full capacity Thursday or Friday if he hopes to avoid the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

Holcomb recorded eight tackles, one pass defended, and one interception returned for a touchdown in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Cowboys.

Holcomb tied for the team lead in tackles and was on the field for 100 percent of the defensive snaps for the 12th time in 13 games this season. However, the highlight of his performance came late in the fourth quarter when he cut in front of an intended receiver to intercept Dak Prescott and return the pick 31 yards for a touchdown. Overall, Holcomb continued his stellar campaign, as he now has 110 total tackles, one sack, two tackles for a loss, six passes defended and two interceptions across his 13 contests.

Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 17-15 win over Las Vegas.

The 25-year-old has now led Washington in tackles in two of the last three weeks. The young linebacker has now tallied 10-plus tackles in five games this season, solidifying himself as a key part of the Football Team's defense.

Holcomb recorded nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Broncos.

Holcomb has at least six tackles in all eight games this season and has 73 total tackles on the year, which already surpasses his 2020 total. The 25-year-old linebacker will likely remain as a startable IDP option when Washington returns from its Week 9 bye to face the Buccaneers.

Holcomb had 10 tackles (nine solo), one pass breakup and one forced fumble during Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Chiefs.

Holcomb remains a key component of Washington's defense, particularly in the run game, and he was one of few players able to make an impact versus Kansas City. With 58 total tackles through six games, Holcomb is in the mix as a startable IDP option heading into a road matchup against the Packers in Week 7.

Holcomb (shoulder) has been cleared of his injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb played through the shoulder injury during Week 5, so it's no surprise to see him available once again for Week 6. The 25-year-old has 48 tackles through the first five weeks of the season, so his presence will be key for Washington if they have any chance at slowing down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' high-powered offense.

Holcomb (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Holcomb managed to play through his shoulder injury during Week 5's loss to New Orleans, in which he had seven tackles (three solo), one pass breakup and one interception. As long as he's avoided any setbacks, Holcomb should be on track for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Holcomb (shoulder) is active for Sunday's contest against the Saints.

Holcomb was listed as questionable leading up to Sunday, but he is expected to play against the Saints. The 25-year-old linebacker has been a tackling machine for Washington's defense, totaling 41 through the first four weeks of the season.

Holcomb (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb has been a tackling machine for Washington's defense, racking up 41 through four weeks. If he's unable to give it a go against New Orleans, David Mayo would likely slide into a starting role in Washington's linebacker corps.

Holcomb posted nine tackles (four solo) and one forced fumble during Sunday's 34-30 win over the Falcons.

Holcomb has totaled 41 tackles through the first four weeks of the season. If he can stay healthy, the 25-year-old linebacker is on pace to eclipse 100 tackles on the season for the second time in his three-year career.

Holcomb posted 14 tackles (10 solo) during Sunday's 43-21 loss to Washington.

Holcomb has recorded double-digit tackles in two of the first three games of the season. The 25-year-old linebacker posted a 100-tackle season during his rookie campaign, but he only played in 11 games last year, which caused him to fall short of the milestone two years in a row. If he can stay healthy, Holcomb is on pace for his best defensive season yet.

Holcomb posted six tackles (four solo) in Thursday's 30-29 win over the Giants.

Holcomb has played every defensive snap through two weeks and leads the Football Team with 17 tackles. The third-year linebacker has job security, and he'll be a dependable fantasy contributor as long as he stays healthy. In 2020, Holcomb generated 72 tackles, 2.5 sacks and a pick-six through 11 contests.

Holcomb posted 11 tackles (eight solo) and a quarterback hit during Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Chargers.

Holcomb moved into a starting role last season due to injuries, and he has retained that gig to start the 2021 campaign. The 25-year-old led Washington in stops Week 1. He has IDP upside as a tackling machine.

Holcomb played 11 regular-season games in 2020, recording 72 tackles (45 solo), 2.5 sacks and one interception.

The second-year pro entered Week 1 as a backup and missed Weeks 2-5 with a knee injury, but he ended up starting 11 of Washington's past 12 games, including the playoff loss to Tampa Bay. Holcomb often worked in a three-down role, closing out the year with at least seven tackles and 73 percent snap share in six consecutive games. His rate of one tackle for every 7.7 snaps hints at considerable IDP value if his role from November-January carries over to his third pro season in 2021. PFF graded Holcomb at No. 24 out of 88 qualified linebackers, seven spots behind teammate Kevin Pierre-Louis and 26 spots ahead of Jon Bostic. Pierre-Louis is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, while Bostic has one year remaining on his contract and Holcomb has two years left.

Holcomb recorded 11 tackles (six solo) and a sack across 68 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Panthers.

Holcomb cleared concussion protocol on Sunday in time to take the field and it's a good thing he did, as the linebacker led the team in tackles. He now has 65 tackles (39 solo), 2.5 sacks, a pass defensed and an interception through 10 games this season.

Holcomb (concussion) is active heading into Sunday's game against the Panthers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb was able to log back-to-back full practice sessions to close out the week Thursday and Friday, and he's now been officially cleared after being deemed unavailable for a Week 15 matchup against Seattle. The second-year linebacker from North Carolina has started eight of the nine games he's appeared in this season after starting 15 times as a rookie. He's averaged six tackles per game in 2020 with a total of one interception and 1.5 sacks.

Holcomb (concussion) logged another full practice session Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

That marks two straight full practice sessions for Holcomb, so he appears good to go for Sunday's clash against Carolina assuming he is able to clear the league's concussion protocol.

Holcomb (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb missed Sunday's loss to Seattle after suffering the concussion during practice last week, but his ability to practice in full Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session bodes well for his chances of returning Week 16. Still, he'll need to clear the league's concussion protocol before he's officially able to suit up.

Holcomb (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Holcomb appeared to have suffered a concussion during the practice week, and he'll enter the league's five-step concussion protocol. Kevin Pierre-Louis (ankle) will also sit out, meaning Khaleke Hudson, Jared Norris and Thomas Davis likely will rotate in at the outside linebacker positions against an efficient Seahawks run game.

Holcomb recorded eight tackles (five solo) across 79 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the 49ers.

Holcomb has burst onto the scene the past three weeks, recording 27 tackles (15 solo) and 0.5 sacks in the process. He'll now shift his focus to Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.

Holcomb recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and 0.5 sacks in Sunday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.

Holcomb's 10 tackles marked a season high for the second-year UNC product. He figures to see a majority of the snaps at outside linebacker again in Week 13 against the Steelers.

Holcomb (knee) isn't on Washington's injury report to start the week, Nicki Jhablava of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb has missed the past four games with a knee injury, but he's practicing fully to start the week, putting the 2019 fifth-rounder on pace to suit up Sunday against the Giants. He's projected to work in a reserve linebacker role.

Holcomb (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Rams.

Holcomb will be absent for a fourth straight game, as the knee injury he picked up in the season opener continues to linger. The 2019 fifth-round pick is a depth player, so unless Jon Bostic gets hurt, Holcomb's absence won't shake up the defensive dynamic.

Washington has listed Holcomb (knee) as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Rams.

Holcomb was a full participant at practice all week, so his questionable status is presumably a bit cautious. The second-year linebacker has been sidelined since Week 2. If given the green light, he is expected to provide depth at linebacker and help contribute on special teams.

Holcomb (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb is slated to return to the lineup Sunday against the Rams. The 2019 fifth-round pick played in the season opener but stuck to special teams, so he'll likely serve in a similar role unless starting middle linebacker Jon Bostic gets hurt.

Holcomb (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

Holcomb is set to miss his third consecutive contest due to a lingering knee injury. His absence opens up snaps on special teams.

Holcomb (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

Holcomb will miss a second-straight contest due to a knee injury sustained during the season opener. When healthy, he'll resume contributing on special teams for Washington.

Holcomb (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Holcomb exited the season opener after playing 21 special-teams snaps and no defensive snaps. The Football Team may activate a practice squad linebacker to add depth, especially if Thomas Davis (calf) is ruled out.

Holcomb (knee) was able to return to the team's Week 1 contest against the Eagles.

Holcomb suffered a knee injury earlier in the contest but returned to action after being cleared. He's tallied one tackle to this point.

Holcomb is questionable to return to the team's Week 1 contest with a knee injury.

It's unclear how Holcomb suffered the injury or if he'll be required to miss a significant amount of time. His absence would leave the team with only three active inside linebackers.