Brad Holmes Is Moving On Up!
Brad Holmes, the Detroit Lions’ General Manager, has quickly transformed the team’s fortunes since his hiring in 2021. Holmes, known for his savvy draft picks rather than spectacular free agent signings, has transformed the Lions from a floundering organization into one of the NFL’s most promising teams.
In acknowledgment of his accomplishments, Dallas Robinson of Pro Football Network put Holmes high in his 2024 NFL GM Rankings, a notable honor given the league’s competitive character.
Notable Achievements
Holmes has been lauded for his draft strategy, which focuses on acquiring cornerstone players who can grow within the organization, supplemented by strategic free agent acquisitions to fill specific needs. This method has resonated well within the league and among Lions fans, who have seen a tangible improvement in team performance.
2024 NFL GM Rankings
Holmes finds himself in esteemed company in the rankings, surrounded by GMs known for their consistent team success and strategic acumen:
- Howie Roseman – Philadelphia Eagles
- Brett Veach – Kansas City Chiefs
- Eric DeCosta – Baltimore Ravens
- Brian Gutekunst – Green Bay Packers
- Brad Holmes – Detroit Lions
- Les Snead – Los Angeles Rams
- Mike Brown/Duke Tobin – Cincinnati Bengals
- Brandon Beane – Buffalo Bills
- Jason Licht – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- John Schneider – Seattle Seahawks
Discussion and Debate
The ranking has sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike. Some argue that Holmes should rank higher due to the dramatic turnaround of the Lions under his management, while others agree with his current positioning, citing the need for more consistent postseason success to climb higher.
