Garrett Lindholm (born August 10, 1988) is an American former professional

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who played in the

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(AFL). He played

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for the

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Early life

Lindholm played for Tarleton State in college. He made a 64-yard field goal to send Tarleton to overtime against Texas A&M–Kingsville in his senior season.

Professional career

Early career

Lindholm signed with the

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in 2013, but was released in July. Lindholm was claimed off waivers by the

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, where he played in 3 preseason games mostly as a kickoff specialist. He was released prior to the Colts' third preseason game.

Milwaukee Mustangs

In 2011, Lindholm was assigned to the Milwaukee Mustangs of the

(AFL).

St. Louis Rams

Lindholm played the 2012 preseason with the

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. Lindholm received an opportunity to kick for the Rams, but was competing with Greg Zuerlein who was drafted, and eventually won the job. Lindholm was released following the Rams' 3rd preseason game.

Arizona Rattlers

In 2013, Lindholm was assigned to the

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. Lindholm lead the AFL in Field Goals made (7), and was the league leader in points (179). Lindholm was named the AFL's Kicker of the Year following the conclusion of the regular season. His longest made field goal was from 47 yards. His efforts helped the Rattlers capture their second consecutive

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Championship.

San Antonio Talons

On January 30, 2014, Lindholm was assigned to the

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New Orleans VooDoo

On March 26, 2015, Lindholm was assigned to the

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. When the VooDoo ceased operations August 9, 2015, Lindholm became a free agent.

Orlando Predators

On August 12, 2015, Lindholm was assigned to the

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Los Angeles KISS

On August 6, 2016, Lindholm was assigned to the

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References

External links

NFL bioTarleton State bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Lindholm, Garrett 1988 births Living people Tarleton State Texans football players Milwaukee Mustangs (2009–2012) players Arizona Rattlers players San Antonio Talons players New Orleans VooDoo players Orlando Predators players Los Angeles Kiss players American football placekickers Players of American football from Pflugerville, Texas Atlanta Falcons players Indianapolis Colts players St. Louis Rams players