Gerald Holmes

Gerald Holmes embarked on his collegiate football journey at Michigan State University, joining as a redshirt freshman in 2014. During his time as a running back, he accumulated 1,302 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on 295 carries across 39 career games, including 14 starts. He also contributed with 29 receptions for 220 yards and one touchdown. Holmes earned his bachelor’s degree in studio art in December 2017, demonstrating an early interest in creative fields beyond athletics.

His career saw significant milestones each year. In 2015, as a sophomore, he ranked second on the team in rushing with 540 yards and eight touchdowns, with five of those touchdowns occurring in the fourth quarter. He recorded his first career start against Indiana and achieved a career-high 117 rushing yards against Nebraska. The 2016 season further highlighted his performance, where he led rushing for four games and recorded his second career 100-yard rushing game against Notre Dame, including a notable 73-yard scoring run. By his senior year in 2017, he was part of the team’s Eagles leadership council, received the MSU President’s Award for senior perseverance (offense), and the MSU-Football Players Association Community Service Award, reflecting his leadership and commitment both on and off the field.

Holmes’ tenure at Michigan State was marked by consistent performance as a running back, contributing significantly to the team’s ground attack and demonstrating versatility with his receiving contributions. His athletic background, combined with his academic pursuit in studio art, indicates a diverse skill set and a foundation for future endeavors in creative and marketing capacities. He has expressed interest in applying his experience and creativity to areas like creative marketing, social media management, and brand storytelling.