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Former Chiefs, Oilers All-Star Pat Holmes Dies at 85

Former Chiefs, Oilers All-Star Pat Holmes Dies at 85

Summary

Pat Holmes, a former professional football player and two-time All-Star with the Houston Oilers, died at age 85. He played eight years in professional football, including time in both the Canadian Football League and the American Football League/NFL.

Key Facts

  • Pat Holmes played college football at Texas Tech.
  • He started his pro career with the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League from 1962 to 1965.
  • Holmes joined the Houston Oilers in 1966 and played there for seven seasons.
  • He was selected twice as an AFL All-Star, in 1967 and 1968.
  • Holmes played his last professional season in 1973 with the Kansas City Chiefs.
  • He recorded 30 sacks over his career and had one interception in 1973.
  • After retiring, Holmes owned a printing business in Houston.
  • He is survived by his wife, three children, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
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