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Richard Holmes

b. 1952

Canadian football player

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About Richard Holmes

Born 1952. Richard Holmes is an American canadian football player.

Richard Holmes (born September 24, 1952) is an American former professional football running back in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

A Fighting Scot from Edinboro State College, Holmes joined the Toronto Argonauts in 1977, but played only 3 games and rushed for 151 yards with them. He finished the year with the Ottawa Rough Riders, rushing for another 865 yards (giving him 1016 for the season) and scoring 11 touchdowns. He was an eastern all-star. He played 2 more season with Ottawa and finished 1979 with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Holmes played one final season in the United States Football League, playing 18 games with the Tampa Bay Bandits.

His son, Tyler Holmes, also played in the CFL.

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Important facts

Born
24 September 1952, Hope Mills
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Canadian football player
Nationality
United States
Education
PennWest Edinboro

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Tyler Holmes
b. 1988
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Richard Holmes?

Canadian football player

When was Richard Holmes born?

Richard Holmes was born on 24 September 1952 in Hope Mills.

What is Richard Holmes's occupation?

Richard Holmes is a canadian football player.

What nationality is Richard Holmes?

Richard Holmes is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Richard Holmes

· Wikidata: Q7326510

· DBpedia: Richard Holmes (Canadian football)

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