proven FCS volume passer with a big-play arm
In the 2024 season, Pierce Holley started all 12 games for Eastern Illinois and earned 2nd Team All-Big South/OVC honors after throwing for 3,125 yards and 19 touchdowns with a 61.5% completion rate[1][6]. He stands out for his high-volume production, vertical passing ability, and resilience as a multi-year starter who has consistently handled a heavy workload; the tradeoff is that his game has also carried interception risk, so he fits best with a staff that values rhythm passing and quick processing[2][3][8].
