| Year |
Team |
Gms |
Plays |
Targets |
Catch |
Catch
Yards |
YPC |
Catch
TDs |
Car |
Rush
Yards |
Rush
TDs |
Fum |
Total
Yards |
Total
TDs |
100+ Yard
Gms |
1+ TD
Gms |
| 2006 |
PIT |
16 |
84 |
83 |
49 |
824 |
16.8 |
2 |
1 |
13 |
0 |
2 |
837 |
2 |
1 |
2 |
| |
Avg |
16 |
84 |
83 |
49 |
824 |
16.8 |
2 |
1 |
13 |
0 |
2 |
837 |
2 |
1 |
2 |
| 2006 Game Logs |
| Wk |
Opp |
Tar |
Cat |
CYds |
CTD |
| 1 |
MIA |
2 |
1 |
6 |
|
| 2 |
@JAX |
3 |
1 |
15 |
|
| 3 |
CIN |
4 |
3 |
30 |
|
| 5 |
@SD |
3 |
2 |
22 |
|
| 6 |
KC |
3 |
2 |
58 |
|
| 7 |
@ATL |
6 |
5 |
91 |
|
| 8 |
@OAK |
4 |
2 |
43 |
|
| 9 |
DEN |
7 |
6 |
58 |
|
| 10 |
NO |
3 |
2 |
57 |
|
| 11 |
@CLE |
9 |
5 |
75 |
1 |
| 12 |
@BAL |
7 |
3 |
31 |
|
| 13 |
TB |
6 |
1 |
18 |
|
| 14 |
CLE |
6 |
4 |
81 |
|
| 15 |
@CAR |
5 |
3 |
25 |
|
| 16 |
BAL |
9 |
5 |
90 |
|
| 17 |
@CIN |
6 |
4 |
124 |
1 |
2007 Outlook
The 1.25 draft pick by the Steelers was the first wideout taken in 2006. He would have been the most productive rookie wideout had it not been for the aberration of the decade in Marquez Colston. Holmes ended up second only to Hines Ward for the Steelers last year when he turned 49 catches into 824 yards and a very healthy 16.8 yards per catch. He only scored twice last year but came on strongly towards the end of the season, topping 80 yards in three of the final four games and ending the season with his first game over the 100 yard mark. Those final four games were also the only ones that he started, having taken the #2 role from the ineffective Cedrick Wilson.
All things considered, Holmes had an excellent rookie season and should be even better this year. Hines Ward will attract enough attention that Holmes will continue to get the lesser coverage at least until he starts to show up Ward which could come sooner than later. He should come as a very good value in drafts this year since he only scored twice in 2006 and yet he only started four games and ended with 824 yards. That’s just the start of what should be a more productive Holmes for 2007.
Recent Priority News
10/03/08
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Santonio Holmes (neck) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 3. He is listed as probable for the team's Week 5 game and is expected to play.
Huddle Up: Holmes ended up with a nice game in Week 4 against the Ravens for the first time in 2008. With Roethlisberger getting pounded due to poor offensive line play, don't expect any consistency out of Holmes or the Steeler offense unless "Big Ben" can get some more time to throw. Holmes should still be considered a solid No. 2 receiver with unlimited upside.
09/19/08
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Santonio Holmes (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 19. He is not on the injury report and is expected to play Week 3.
Huddle Up: The Steelers No. 1 receiver Holmes appears to be good to go and should be in line for a nice game as the Steelers battle the Eagles. After the Philadelphia defense allowed Dallas to light up the scoreboard Monday night, fantasy owners should expect more of the same this week. Holmes will make a nice start for fantasy teams regardless of league scoring formats.
09/16/08
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Santonio Holmes (knee) was limited in practice Tuesday, Sept. 16, but his injury is not considered serious.
Huddle Up: Holmes rebounded from a disappointing Week 1 to have 94 yards receiving against Cleveland. He's a good play this week against an Eagle secondary that was torched by Tony Romo for 312 yards and 3 touchdowns.
08/20/08
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports Pittsburgh Steelers WR Santonio Holmes said he is a bit excited and nervous to be returning punts in the team's next preseason game. He has not done it since his rookie season in 2006. Because he has developed so well as a wide receiver, head coach Mike Tomlin feels comfortable letting him return punts.
Huddle Up: The Steelers certainly could add another diminsion to their special teams if Holmes handles the return duties for punts on a regular basis. However, it would be hard to imagine Pittsburgh doing this during the season since it will increase the chances of getting Holmes injured. He is unquestionably the top receiver on the team and is poised for a nice year with Ben Roethlisberger throwing him touchdown passes. Holmes should be considered a solid No. 1 recevier with tremendous upside that could reach elite status this year.
07/09/08
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports Pittsburgh Steelers WR Santonio Holmes said he has worked as hard as he ever has during this offseason and began training in February. Holmes missed a couple of the team's voluntary offseason workouts but feels it was not a big deal. 'If coach wants me there at every OTA, I'll try to make every OTA,' Holmes said. 'But when it comes down to personal and work, sometimes you have to take a day off.' He has been training at Disney's Wide World of Sports with some Steelers teammates and other NFL players. Holmes wants to report to camp at 197 or 198 pounds, a couple pounds heavier than last year, and has added muscle in his neck and shoulders. He has also started wearing weighted gloves to strengthen his hands.
Huddle Up: Holmes is projected to be a big part of the Pittsburgh offense during the upcoming season. He has the speed and agility to stretch the field and cause problems for opposing defenses. Since he will be working opposite Hines Ward look for both receivers to get their fair share of targets with Ward being the possession receiver and Holmes being the homerun threat. Consider Holmes a solid No. 1 fantasy receiver as he plays for a team that will likely move the chains alot and utilize the passing game even more than last year.
11/23/07
Santonio Holmes has not practiced this week and is expected to miss the Monday night game against the Miami Dolphins.
Huddle Up: Look for Nate Washington to replace him in the starting lineup and while the match-up is obviously nice, there is a chance that Willie Parker gets the lion's share of work on Monday which could depress the passing numbers anyway.
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