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Cole Holcomb seeks expanded role on Steelers roster for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Cole Holcomb seeks expanded role on Steelers roster for 2026 season

Summary

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb aims for a larger role as the team prepares for the 2026 season. Holcomb, 29, signed a two-year extension in March 2026 after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him for the 2024 season. Though his performance was limited mainly to special teams in 2025, he could see more playing time if other linebackers perform inconsistently. The Steelers' linebacker group struggled significantly last season, providing Holcomb with a potential opportunity to return to a starting position in the new defensive scheme under coordinator Patrick Graham.

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Status Watch

•Holcomb joined the Steelers in March 2023 on a three-year deal.
•He missed the entire 2024 season due to a knee injury.
•In 2025, Holcomb primarily contributed on special teams.
•The Steelers signed Holcomb to a two-year extension in March 2026.
•He may replace underperforming linebackers in the upcoming season.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers roster spotlight: Will Cole Holcomb push for more playing time?

What they're saying

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As the Pittsburgh Steelers move closer to the 2026 season, we’re taking a closer look at every player on the roster, with LB Cole Holcomb up next.
— Yahoo Sports

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