USC highlights tight end Alex Holmes ahead of 2026 season opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:08 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
On June 10, 2026, USC began its countdown to the football season opener by recalling former tight end Alex Holmes. Holmes played for the Trojans from 2000 to 2004, contributing to their 2004 national championship team. Beyond his on-field performance, he played a crucial role in recruiting future stars like Matt Leinart and Reggie Bush. After college, he signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2005, where he played eight games. USC is set to kick off their 2026 season against San Jose State on August 29 at the Coliseum.
- •USC football begins its 2026 countdown by remembering Alex Holmes.
- •Holmes played tight end for USC from 2000 to 2004.
- •He was part of USC's 2004 national championship winning team.
- •Holmes signed with the Miami Dolphins after going undrafted in 2005.
- •USC hosts San Jose State for their season opener on August 29.
- 11:08 AMYahoo Sports — USC countdown to kickoff: Recalling Trojans OL Khaled Holmes
- 1:41 AMYahoo Sports — USC countdown to kickoff: Recalling Trojans tight end Alex Holmes
"Today, we take a look at a player who had an ever bigger impact off of the field for the Trojans than he did on it
"Today, we look back at one of the top centers to come through USC in recent years
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 11:08 AMUSC countdown to kickoff: Recalling Trojans OL Khaled Holmes
Today, we look back at one of the top centers to come through USC in recent years
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 1:41 AMUSC countdown to kickoff: Recalling Trojans tight end Alex Holmes
Today, we take a look at a player who had an ever bigger impact off of the field for the Trojans than he did on it
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