Former Lehi Football Standout Dallin Holker Announces Retirement
Jul 23, 2025, 1:16 PM
TAMPA, FLORIDA - JANUARY 05: Dallin Holker #85 of the New Orleans Saints is tackled by the Lavonte David #54 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second quarter of the game at Raymond James Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
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SALT LAKE CITY – Former Lehi, BYU, and Colorado State tight end Dallin Holker is stepping away from football after announcing his retirement from the NFL.
Holker announced the decision in a social media post on Wednesday, July 23.
“I can’t thank God enough for the opportunity to live out my dream,” Holker began. “I’m incredibly grateful for my amazing wife and family — your love and support have meant everything throughout this journey.”
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He continued, “After a lot of prayer and conversations with my family and representatives, I’ve decided to retire from football. I want to thank the New Orleans Saints, Colorado State, BYU, and Lehi High School for believing in me and giving me the chance to chase a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. Over the past 15 years, football has given me unforgettable memories and lifelong relationships with teammates and coaches — things I’ll always hold close. Football will always be a part of me, but I’m excited to see what this next chapter holds.”
Holker played 12 games in his only NFL season. He retires with three catches for 21 yards.
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About Dallin Holker
Before his college career, Holker was a standout player at Lehi High School in Utah.
After high school, the tight end chose to start his college career at BYU in 2018. Following his freshman season, Holker served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Following his two-year mission, Holker returned to BYU in 2021. The tight end played two more seasons with the Cougars before transferring to Colorado State ahead of the 2023 season.
During his time with the Cougars, Holker recorded 42 receptions for 521 yards and three touchdowns.
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In his lone season with the Rams, the Lehi product posted a breakout campaign.
Holker hauled in 64 catches for 767 yards and six touchdowns to put himself on the NFL radar.
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