J.P. Holtz is an American football tight end for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL).
John Paul “J. P.” Holtz was born on August 28, 1993, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. He is the son of Gina Stanek and Bob Holtz and was raised alongside a brother, Rob, who played football at the College of Wooster.
J.P. Holtz’s father played football at the California University of Pennsylvania while his mother played volleyball and softball at Robert Morris University. He had his high school education at Pittsburgh (PA) Shaler Area.
J.P. Holtz proceeded to the University of Pittsburgh where he played college football. He majored in his studies in the administration of justice. He got signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent on May 5, 2016. He was later waived by the Browns on September 3, 2016.
J.P. Holtz later signed with the Washington Redskins on August 11, 2018, and was promoted to the active roster on September 7, 2019. He made his NFL debut against the Philadelphia Eagles. He was later claimed off waivers by the Chicago Bears on September 11, 2019.
Is JP Holtz active?
Yes, JP Holtz is active. He was previously an exclusive rights free agent, however, he is expected to remain with the Chicago Bears for at least one more season.
Is JP Holtz related to Lou Holtz?
No, JP Holtz has confirmed that he is in no way related to Lou Holtz.
Who drafted jp Holtz?
JP Holtz was drafted by the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) on September 11, 2019.
Does JP Holtz start?
Yes, but rarely. JP Holtz played in all 16 games with one start in the 2020 season with the Chicago Bears.