Another death to report, with particular sadness to me.

Ernie Holmes, #63, the mohawk wearing defensive tackle who was an anchor on the Steel Curtain defense of the 1970s, was killed in a car accident in Texas at the age of 59. He was with the Steelers for two of their 4 Super Bowl wins of the 1970s.

Holmes played on the line with L.C. Greenwood, Joe Greene, and Dwight White to form perhaps the greatest front four in NFL history. He was an outstanding run stopper, and put great pressure on QBs.

He also battled emotional and mental health problems early in his life. He once opened fire on a police helicopter early in his career. After his retirement he seemed to settle down a bit even though he was briefly involved in pro wrestling. He also was an ordained minister.