Impact Holtz was called up to the Saints' active roster for their Week 6 contest against the Texans, though he failed to record a stat in nine snaps. He'll explore his options once he clears waivers.
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Let go by New Orleans The Saints waived Holtz from their practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Back to practice squad Holtz reverted to the Saints' practice squad Monday.
Impact Holtz was brought up to the Saints' active roster prior to Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Texans, failing to notch any stats during his nine total snaps, one of which was with the offense. The tight end will now head back to the practice unit and wait for his next chance to join New Orleans for a game.
OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Saints Sign J.P. Holtz Yes, the Saints actually did sign one player on Tuesday.
AUGUST 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Ends up back on practice squad Holtz reverted to the Saints' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Impact Holtz was elevated for the first time since signing with the Saints' practice squad Nov. 23. However, he was ultimately ruled inactive pregame, as top tight end Juwan Johnson (quadriceps) was deemed available in his usual starting role. Holtz did not record a target over six games with New Orleans this season, and he has logged just one target since the 2019 campaign.
JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Sunday Holtz (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Impact Holtz was elevated to the active roster from the practice squad Saturday, but he'll ultimately be a healthy scratch for Week 18. The fourth-year tight end made six appearances for New Orleans this season, but he was held without a target across 84 offensive snaps.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Elevated from practice squad Holtz was elevated to the Saints' active roster Saturday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Impact Holtz has bounced between the Saints' practice squad and active roster throughout the season. Assuming he's active Sunday, he will appear in a game for the first time since Week 9. Holtz has no targets this season.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Signed to active roster The Saints signed Holtz off the practice squad Wednesday.
Impact Holtz has landed a permanent spot on New Orleans' active roster after being elevated from the team's practice squad for the first time in Week 4. The 29-year-old served as the team's third-string tight end behind Adam Trautman and Juwan Johnson, as Nick Vannett did not see the field Sunday. Though Holtz did not record a target while playing 10 offensive snaps, he seems poised to take over as the team's No. 3 tight end moving forward.
OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shifts back to practice squad Holtz reverted to the Saints' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Impact Holtz was activated from New Orleans' practice squad for the first time in 2022 on Sunday, playing 11 offensive snaps as the team's third-string tight end behind Adam Trautman (39) and Juwan Johnson (29). However, the 29-year-old did not receive a target and was flagged for an offensive holding penalty against the Vikings. Holtz also played seven special-teams snaps, and he can now be elevated from the Saints' practice squads for two more games this season.
OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Promoted to active roster Holtz was elevated to the active roster Saturday for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Holtz has spent the first three weeks of the season on the Saints' practice squad and will be added to the active roster for the first time this season. He figures to play primarily on special teams.
OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Saints confirm QB Winston will miss London game vs Vikings
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J.P. Holtz on signing with the Saints 4/7/22 New Orleans Saints tight end J.P. Holtz speaks with the media after signing with the Saints during the 2022 NFL Free Agent signing period.
APRIL 7, 2022 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM
Bears Still Undermanned at Tight End The New Orleans Saints agreed to terms with J.P. Holtz according to a report from New Orleans and now there are 10 Bears free agents still l...
APRIL 6, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Bears Still Undermanned at Tight End The New Orleans Saints agreed to terms with J.P. Holtz according to a report from New Orleans and now there are 10 Bears free agents still l...
APRIL 6, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Meet the Team Photos: J.P. Holtz joins the New Orleans Saints New Orleans Saints announced that they have agreed to terms with free agent tight end J.P. Holtz on Monday, April 4, 2022. Check out J.P....
APRIL 5, 2022 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM
Inks deal with New Orleans Holtz signed a contract with the Saints on Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Impact After posting seven catches for 91 yards in 2019, Holtz failed to catch a pass in 2020 or 2021. If he makes the initial 53-man roster, the undrafted tight end out of Pittsburgh will likely serve primarily as a blocker once again in 2022.
APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
With new GM, coach, Bears focus on getting most from Fields
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Posts no stats in 2021 Holtz failed to see a target in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season without recording a catch.
Impact After posting seven catches for 91 yards in 2019, Holtz failed to catch a pass in 2020 or 2021. He'll be a restricted free agent this offseason, and unless his situation drastically changes, he won't likely be selected in most 2022 fantasy drafts.
JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for Week 18 Holtz (personal) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
Impact The tight end was away from the team Week 17 while tending to a personal matter. Now back at the practice facility, Holtz is slated to serve as a depth option at tight end in Sunday's finale against the Vikings.
JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out Sunday Holtz (personal) is inactive Sunday against the Giants.
Impact Holtz was considered doubtful after not being with the team Thursday or Friday due to the personal matter. As he mainly contributes on special teams, Holtz' absence shouldn't impact the Bears' game plan when they host the Giants on Sunday.
JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Sunday Holtz (personal) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact Holtz missed practice Thursday and Friday due to a personal matter, and he'll likely be held out in Week 17. The 28-year-old has played mainly on special teams this year, so his status shouldn't significantly impact Chicago's offensive plans.
DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bears RB Montgomery back in the lineup against the Steelers
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Won't play in primetime Holtz (concussion) won't play Monday against the Steelers.
Impact Holtz was never able to practice this week after entering the concussion protocol during Sunday's game. With the Bears entering a bye for Week 10, Holtz will try to recover and clear protocols for Week 11 against Baltimore.
NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Friday Holtz (concussion) did not practice Friday.
Impact Holtz entered concussion protocol on Sunday and has yet to be cleared. He has an extra day to prepare since the Bears don't play until Monday, but time is running out. If Holtz is unable to get cleared in time, it's likely Jesper Horsted would pick up some extra snaps.
NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fields feeling more confident as other Bears return
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Steelers look to keep Monday night dominance going vs Bears
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