In November 2024, he signed with WWE's developmental promotion, NXT[1] to begin training as a professional wrestler.

After the season, Holyfield decided to forgo his senior year to pursue a career in the NFL.

[5][6] Following the conclusion of the 2019 NFL draft, Holyfield signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent on April 29, 2019.

[10] After his contract expired with the Panthers, Holyfield was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles active roster on December 31, 2019, ahead of their wild card game against the Seahawks.

[18] On July 28, 2022, he was placed on injured reserve after suffering a significant knee injury during team practice the day before.