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The need for change was palpable, especially after the firing of head coach Matt Patricia, who was dismissed following a Thanksgiving loss to the Houston Texans. Likewise, the team’s general manager, Bob Quinn, also faced the axe. Enter Brad Holmes, appointed the new general manager on January 14, 2021. Holmes’ journey to this prestigious role began in St. Louis, where he excelled as a talent evaluator. Tasked with turning around the franchise's fortunes, his knowledge and scouting acumen would soon be put to the test.