Melvin HolmesMelvin Holmes was an American professional football player with the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1971 to 1973. He is the father of Detroit Lions general manager football executive)|Brad Holmes].Early lifeHolmes was born in Miami, Florida. He played high school football at Mays High School in Miami, and college football at North [Carolina A&T State University].CareerHe was selected in 1971 by the Pittsburgh Steelers.