Xavier Holmes
Career Summary
Xavier Holmes is a linebacker who finished his college career at James Madison.
He played defensive line at Maine and James Madison before joining the New England Patriots in 2026.
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Early Life
Holmes is from Clarksburg, Maryland.
His family includes siblings who competed in college rugby, softball and volleyball.
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High School
Holmes attended Clarksburg High School and Jireh Prep.
He was a three-year captain at Clarksburg and earned first-team all-county honors as a senior. In 2020, he helped Jireh Prep finish undefeated at 10-0.
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College Career
Holmes played at Maine from 2021 through 2024, then transferred to James Madison.
At Maine in 2024, he recorded 72 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and six sacks. He contributed 30 tackles and six sacks across 14 games for James Madison in 2025.
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Path to the NFL
Holmes signed with New England as a rookie free agent.
The Patriots signed him on May 11, 2026, after his season at James Madison.
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NFL Career
Holmes returned to the Patriots on their practice squad.
New England released him on August 30, 2026, and signed him to its practice squad on September 14.
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Career Accomplishments
Holmes received conference and regional recognition at Maine.
He earned second-team All-CAA and All-New England honors in 2024. His final college season included a career-high 2.5 sacks in James Madison's Sun Belt championship game against Troy.
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