Holtz reverted to the Saints' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Holtz was elevated for the first time since signing with the Saints' practice squad Nov. 23. However, he was ultimately ruled inactive pregame, as top tight end Juwan Johnson (quadriceps) was deemed good to pregame. Holtz did not record a target over six games with New Orleans this season, and he has logged just one target since the 2019 campaign.
Jan 9, 2023 8:37 PM EST
Holtz (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Holtz was elevated to the active roster from the practice squad Saturday, but he'll ultimately be a healthy scratch for Week 18. The fourth-year tight end made six appearances for New Orleans this season, but he was held without a target across 84 offensive snaps.
Jan 8, 2023 9:22 AM EST
Holtz was elevated to the Saints' active roster Saturday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Holtz has bounced between the Saints practice squad and active roster throughout the season. Assuming he's active Sunday, he will appear in a game for the first time since Week 9. Holtz has no targets this season.
Jan 7, 2023 8:10 PM EST
The Saints signed Holtz to their practice squad Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
Analysis: Holtz had seen action in each of New Orleans' contests since Week 4 before he was waived this past Saturday. He'll now return to the organization as a member of the team's practice squad. Holtz has been a non-factor as a pass catcher throughout most of his NFL career -- he's played in 35 games over the past three campaigns but has seen only one target and hasn't recorded a catch.
Nov 23, 2022 5:56 PM EST
The Saints released Holtz on Saturday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Holtz made six appearances for New Orleans and didn't see a target across 84 offensive snaps. The Saints also released tight end Nick Vannett and signed Yasir Durant and Bryce Thompson to fill the empty roster spots.
Nov 19, 2022 3:47 PM EST
The Saints signed Holtz off the practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: Holtz has landed a permanent spot on New Orleans' active roster after being elevated from the team's practice squad for the first time in Week 4. The 29-year-old served as the team's third-string tight end behind Adam Tratuman and Juwan Johnson as Nick Vannett did not see the field Sunday. Though Holtz did not record a target while playing 10 offensive snaps, he seems poised to take over as the team's No. 3 tight end moving forward.
Oct 5, 2022 8:40 PM EST
Holtz reverted to the Saints' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Holtz was activated from New Orleans' practice squad for the first time in 2022 on Sunday, playing 11 offensive snaps as the team's third-string tight end behind Adam Trautman (39) and Juwan Johnson (29). However, the 29-year-old did not receive a target and was flagged for an offensive holding penalty against the Vikings. Holtz also played seven special-teams snaps, and he can now be elevated from the Saints' practice squads for two more games this season.
Oct 3, 2022 8:54 PM EST
Holtz was elevated to the active roster Saturday for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holtz has spent the first three weeks of the season on the Saints practice squad and will be added to the active roster for the first time this season. He figures to play primarily on special teams.
Oct 1, 2022 3:43 PM EST
The Saints signed Holtz to the team's practice squad Wednesday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Holtz was waived by the Saints during the NFL's recent surge of roster cuts. However, the 29-year-old tight end will now serve as a reserve option should the team endure injuries at the position.
Sep 1, 2022 2:52 PM EST
The Saints waived Holtz on Tuesday.
Analysis: The Saints don't have a headliner at tight end, but it is a deep group, which left Holtz as the odd man out. The undrafted pro out of Pittsburgh hasn't caught a pass since 2019, but his blocking prowess may draw the attention of a few teams.
Aug 30, 2022 4:03 PM EST
Holtz signed a contract with the Saints on Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: After posting seven catches for 91 yards in 2019, Holtz failed to catch a pass in 2020 or 2021. If he makes the initial 53-man roster, the undrafted tight end out of Pittsburgh will likely serve primarily as a blocker once again in 2022.
Apr 5, 2022 1:31 PM EST
Holtz failed to see a target in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season without recording a catch.
Analysis: After posting seven catches for 91 yards in 2019, Holtz failed to catch a pass in 2020 or 2021. He'll be a restricted free agent this offseason, and unless his situation drastically changes, he won't likely be selected in most 2022 fantasy drafts..
Jan 9, 2022 5:23 PM EST
Holtz logged a full practice Wednesday.
Analysis: The tight end was away from the team in Week 17 while dealing with a personal matter, ultimately being unavailable for their victory over the Giants. Holtz will rejoin the team ahead of their final contest of the season Sunday against the Vikings.
Jan 5, 2022 3:29 PM EST
Holtz (personal) is inactive Sunday against the Giants.
Analysis: Holtz was considered doubtful after not being with the team Thursday or Friday due to the personal matter. Mainly contributing on special teams, Holtz' absence shouldn't impact the Bears' game plan when they host the Giants on Sunday.
Jan 2, 2022 8:41 AM EST
Holtz (personal) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Holtz missed practice Thursday and Friday due to a personal matter, and he'll likely be held out in Week 17. The 28-year-old has played mainly on special teams this year, so his status shouldn't significantly impact Chicago's offensive plans.
Dec 31, 2021 12:03 PM EST
Holtz (concussion) won't play Monday against the Steelers.
Analysis: Holtz was never able to practice this week, after entering concussion protocol on Oct. 31. With the Bears entering a bye for Week 10, Holtz will try to clear protocols and give himself plenty of time to recover for Week 11 against Baltimore.
Nov 6, 2021 12:35 PM EST
Holtz (concussion) did not practice Friday.
Analysis: Holtz entered concussion protocol on Sunday and has yet to be cleared. He has an extra day to prepare as the Bears don't play until Monday but time is running out. If Holtz is unable to get cleared in time, it's likely Jesper Horsted would pick up some extra snaps.
Nov 5, 2021 3:20 PM EST
Holtz is in the concussion protocol, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Holtz will have an extra day to clear the protocol since the Bears play on Monday night in Week 9 against the Steelers. Jesper Horsted would likely absorb the extra snaps if the 28-year-old needs to miss time.
Oct 31, 2021 1:43 PM EST
Holtz (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Holtz logged a full practice Friday, which set him up to return from a two-game absence. He should serve primarily on special teams, even with Jimmy Graham (illness) sidelined.
Oct 24, 2021 12:34 PM EST
Holtz (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Holtz has missed the past two games due to this quad injury, but his practice participation this week was encouraging, as he upgraded to full participation Friday following a pair of limited sessions. With Jimmy Graham on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Holtz or Jesper Horstead will have the opportunity to work as Chicago's third-string tight end behind Cole Kmet and Jesse James.
Oct 22, 2021 11:45 AM EST
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