Brad Holmes: 'Gritty' Lions ready after reenergizing season | Michael Smith Gets It | NFL on NBC

Michael Smith sits down with Detroit Lions General Manager Brad Holmes to discuss the Lions' reenergizing 2022 season, what type of players he looks for and his career journey. #NBCSports #MichaelSmithGetsIt #BradHolmes
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[@dejuanmctaw9071]

Notice how he pays homage to the men that provided the opportunity. You can’t teach humility, that’s for the wise only. Great interview a very warm insightful interview! Go lions

[@greenvendetta88]

He just seems like a good dude. Genuine and humble. I’ve loved what he’s done in Detroit

[@KnightOwl-kn6gm]

Brad Holmes and MCDC have done a fantastic job of laying the foundation of this team for many years to come. Go Lions!!!

[@thomaswatkins3686]

So why are they 12-21-1 again?

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@thomaswatkins3686 it's called a rebuild. 52 years.

[@joshlewis575]

​@Thomas Watkins did u see the roster Quinn and Patricia left here. We were easily the worst roster in the league when they took over. They're doing tremendous for going into year 3

[@Steve_643]

So happy The Lions hired that guy. He gets it

[@joshlewis575]

As a lions fan for almost 3 decades now. This guy is hands down the best GM I've ever seen them have. He has quite the eye for talent

[@poolplayergus]

I loved hearing about BH's success story. Rent a car to one of the best GMs in the NFL. Awesome! Couldn't happen to a better dude!

[@MMS-hn5ux]

Holmes loves Goff as THE guy - and only is willing to talk about his backup. Many in the media can’t deal with it.

[@pjpredhomme7699]

could be that is why they are in the media .

[@thomaswatkins3686]

And it could be why I’m 2 years Holmes is out of a job.

[@selvinjarbo8013]

@@thomaswatkins3686 ur trippin lmaooo he literally changed 100 years of poverty in 2 years but real honesty he should go for Lamar cause Goff sucks

[@diversifiedassociates8788]

Man!, 1 of the best interviews ever! The grind of black men. I been their and we know the journey. Nice to know Brad and it does put things in perspective. That's what we need for our team considering me being a long time season ticket holder fan although i did give of the seats after 2016 (0-16) then they had a price increase which I thought was wrong. You bring up good points about JG. How soon folks forget the good. I'm excited about the nest season, because of the nucleus. Winning comes through drafting young players, keeping them around and maintaining the culture and I believe that's what Sheila is about and it will work and we never got that from ownership and she saw it in you and Dan. I've never drunk the koolade and Never been 1 to say SOL but have always been a true fan but I honestly believe if the front office maintains the culture, we will have a winning team most of the time. GOOOO LIONS!

[@drankandmy2step]

D*MN good interview. Not the typical questions. Got to know Brad a lot more.

[@Dray_3stacks]

Michael smith gave an awesome interview ✊🏾✊🏾

[@joshlewis575]

Yeah hearing his journey to this point was interesting. Hearing all that I have even more faith in this man to bring the Lombardi to Detroit

[@gkahaian]

Love to follow Brad’s example, I am in a similar situation right now. Just got an opportunity of a lifetime interning in the NFL. What a great story :)!

[@AndrewBradshaw3]

Nice man! You’re working for an NFL team now?

[@rondejack]

Hearing his story was amazing. Great interview!

[@jcspad6964]

Agree 100 %, love the interview.

[@colintulloch]

Also. As a Lions fan who consumes a ton of Lions content I feel like I got stuff I didn't know about still. Holmes story is probably gonna get told alot more the next couple years. This was great.

[@GulfShoresVacationGuide]

I will not be surprised to see the Lions in the NFC Championship next year.

[@Omar-kt6in]

Agreed...I'm Chiefs fan and I love what the loins are building over there. They're looking good on both sides of the ball. Now its all about coaching.

[@shadybrain3424]

@@Omar-kt6in the detroit loins lol, i look forward to playing the chiefs in germany next season.

[@michiganhypelights]

@@Omar-kt6in respect

[@CATCH22-313]

They want be there though so don't worry about it

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@CATCH22-313 yes they do want to be there. I agree.

[@seanorr2003]

Was a good interview get to know Brad better. I am really happy the way he is building this team

[@Lionize728]

"Patience, draft & develop, build the right way." None of that sounds like "Spend big on pricey free agents."

[@joshuafranke5238]

"Build the right way" we can grab a good free agent in ramsey or someone else to package with our players though. We have so much cap room and it doesnt carry over. i dont get why everyone hates on us signing a big free agent or two when the move fits (and it currently does in my and many other opinion.)

[@djquinn11]

@@joshuafranke5238 : Ramsey is not a free agent. The Rams would have to cut him and they’re not going to do that.

[@soccerwizard975]

It sounds like a guy who wants to develop people so other teams over pay during future off-seasons

[@lionsfaninva5536]

@@joshuafranke5238 actually salary cap does carry over after being audited by the NFL

[@sirarticle]

Yep. Fans don't seem to realize that there's a big cost to how well Brad has drafted. He's going to have to pony up a lot of monies in the coming years to retain players he selected. (And some he didn't pick) If the team goes after big named free agents, it's going to require overpaying and lots of guaranteed money. The smart approach would be to roll over some cap in the next few years to front load the extensions that are coming. Jonah Jackson extended before next year ARSB, James Houston & Alim extended before the end of the 24 season. Penei, Kirby, Rodrigo the year after that. Some of those guys are going to be top of the market prices.

[@tomretallick9620]

This was a fantastic interview. Thanks man! I especially liked how you dove deep into how he became a scout and GM because that's what I want to do. Comm major as well😂

[@denverblair3977]

We're proud of you Brad Holmes!!

[@simba2k8]

Michael Smith did a GREAT job. Love Brad. #OnePride

[@kevinhook8154]

Self-made man Brad Holmes. What a guy for players to look up to and trust

[@p-dub7422]

This interview was exceptional! Michael Smith was one of my favorites at ESPN. He is extremely intelligent and creative and his skills were on display in this interview. Thanks for this interview!!

[@ericharrison2236]

Thank you God . Lions fans have been praying for a blessing, they came in the form of GM Brad Holmes and Coach Dan Campbell.

[@johnthrasher8146]

Great segment. Glad I finally caught it! Thanks for the great questions, Michael Smith! :D

[@crookedeyebastard]

Best GM in football

[@thomaswatkins3686]

wow. His 12 wins in 34 tries really gets ya excited, huh?

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@thomaswatkins3686 well after 52 years I see a difference finally.

[@crookedeyebastard]

@@thomaswatkins3686 yep

[@Brent6437]

Detroit Villain City!!! Like it. Detroit Lions Family is the best fans out there. Big time awesome. We have been there and done that. Now our time has come. Finally. Thanks to Shelia!!!

[@Brent6437]

Dang. I just had a glimpse of Gibbs on our team. I want Bijan but saw Gibbs. We will see.

[@Brent6437]

I tell ya all we are going to be getting offensive players. Probably a lot of them. This is the 3rd time I heard Mr Holmes say we spent a lot of picks on defense. Now we need to protect JG.

[@Brent6437]

GREAT INTERVIEW.

[@jimoleesyt1577]

​@@Brent6437 he's the least sacked last year. Maybe one o lineman. The rest on defense.

[@CarsonClaws]

Brad Holmes is the 🐐

[@jimoleesyt1577]

In 52 years of watching the lions. I've never seen a more available gm. Plus I really like the guy and his football knowledge.

[@thomaswatkins3686]

Here’s this “in 52 years” stupidity again. 12-21-1 Bob Quinn with anything other than a 9 games under .500 record probably seemed like a mountain top to you.

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@thomaswatkins3686 in my 52 years of watching . They've only been good maybe 5 of those years. 52 years , did I mention 52 years.

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@thomaswatkins3686 in my 52 years, quinntricia were bad but so was Millan. 52 years I tell ya

[@tommclain8893]

Great interview Brad gives a little more to some than others. Sounded like you guys are tight or about to be. Brad our backbone.

[@johndoe-mx1fo]

Brad Holmes needs an enterprise sponsorship now lol

[@Dray_3stacks]

Facts 😂😂

[@JimmyKryptonite]

Great interview

[@tmoore4075]

The villains thing reminds me the Bad Boys for the Pistons back in the day.

[@vinnieb5619]

That hoodie fire

[@nolimitcell]

This was a great interview

[@combatsack]

A true bromance developing before our eyes

[@killaakevv692]

This was a great genuine interview i love this

[@djquinn11]

Brad Holmes could be the best GM in the NFL.

[@user-tu3ux9eo8c]

oh he is. back to back A+ drafts

[@kenbutton6706]

I think he is :) And I think 🤔 you think that too ;) Good time to be a Lions fan...

[@thomaswatkins3686]

No. The best GM in the league has 1. A winning record 2. A defense that doesn’t give up 6600 yards in a season. 3. Has built his own OL

[@jimoleesyt1577]

@@thomaswatkins3686 he's only had 2 years. They switched it up quickly. In my 52 years I don't think I've seen a turnaround l I ke that. Fifty two years man. C'mon man! 52 years!!!

[@djquinn11]

@@thomaswatkins3686 : Brad Holmes inherited a dumpster fire. No cap space due to bad contracts, not a lot of talent on the roster. Got a lot in return for Stafford and has drafted very well. BTW, they did have a winning record in 2022.

[@DrGanja99]

One of my favorite GMs in the league. Good eye for talent

[@mauricioguevara4699]

Great Interview!!!! Love Our GM

[@onelifeonechance1987]

One Pride Villains stand up

[@Shrobulon]

I could listen to him or Dan Campbell talk for hours

[@thomaswatkins3686]

Damn. Says something about your IQ .

[@Lifewithkool]

Great interview 👍🏽💯

[@goonmoon4923]

Love this guy. MCDC is my man but this guy is special too. The Lions are in good shape for years with Sheila.

[@Dray_3stacks]

Dat lions Villain hoodie 🔥

[@donh5877]

Very cool interview

[@gregpeoples2020]

The real fans need one first Brad

[@denverblair3977]

Brad Holmes is dope bro!!

[@TGTDE]

6th overall - Jalen Carter 18th overall - Bijan Robinson 48th overall - Hendon Hooker 55th overall - Best CB available If they're still there at the picks listed above, this is what will happen!! They've consistently drafted for potential difference makers. These are the best difference makers potentially available at each pick.. Assuming these difference makers have the typical hungry difference maker attitude the Lions value most! Jalen at 6 could also help explain the new villian mystery motto.. time to win at all costs?

[@fightforever]

Lions are coming for the North!!

[@carsonsluiter5359]

Brad Holmes is that guy you know

[@rodneyfoutch5164]

Awesome 👏🏻

[@petervanlaarhoven1461]

Brad is such a classy man

[@JoeyWoodpine69]

Go lions! One pride!

[@Djturnt]

Brad would love advice I'm on the same path hopefully used to work for enterprise took a lesser job hoping for a opportunity

[@billyandthesouthernnation8529]

In Brad Holmes we trust.

[@Dray_3stacks]

Big facts 💪🏾

[@gabriel-1957]

One of the best general managers in all the football

[@thomaswatkins3686]

You do realize this guy has 12 wins in 34 tries and his defense gave up 6600 yards and 427 points and the offensive line was built by Bob Quinn, correct?

[@rareview362]

Best GM

[@denverblair3977]

I love goff!! He's got that dog in him and he's reliable, noniinjury prone. In 6 years he's missed 5 fucking games! I won't some respect on my QB name!!!

[@primecash144]

PT Baby!

[@Michael-io3ik]

I want that sweat shirt

[@cassapolis]

#InGoffWeTrust

[@chrissharp8691]

where can we get that Lions hoodie?

[@_trapisback]

Brad Holmes the general🫡

[@AssualtRiflefit]

Detroit all day everyday

[@dahoward86]

Calvin Johnson was named after a Villian

[@Dray_3stacks]

“Scared money don’t make money” 💵

[@YungAcorn]

It's villan cuz they stealing guys in the draft and finessin the other gms

[@claymoney4372]

My exact thought

[@raymondnuznoff5324]

He mentioned Villains has to do with personnel, so it's the type of player they are after. Hence why he can't spill the beans. It's like giving away the secret sauce in the cookie recipe.

[@kenbutton6706]

No... It's VILLAIN guys because Packers did NOT SEE THE PLAYOFFS.

[@thomaswatkins3686]

Huh? He literally ignored the APDROY. His defense with all those awesome adds gave up 6600 yards. And 427 points. You have exceedingly low standards

[@YungAcorn]

@Thomas Watkins this comment has nothing to do with drafting besides not taking parsons lol, that one player he "missed" on which isn't really the right word to use there in the first place. Finding the one of the leading rookies in sacks in the 6th and one of the best slot receivers in the game in the 4th are steals and you can't argue that

[@Crosby4ever]

resign Chark and Williams and go get Edmunds from Buffalo Draft Gonzalez at 6 DT at 18

[@steveleaman5343]

Um count, 4,397

[@kenbutton6706]

Show Punter Pat how it's done!

[@Pants.69]

Jalen Ramsey pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeease

[@ForeverSealed]

Welcome to DETROIT Lamar Jackson 😮 🦁

[@zroark1006]

The guy on the left was an amazing interviewer back in like 2006 but he is just awful now. And is very biased.

[@cryptojuicer]

Titans are the grittiest team in the NFL. Sorry.