20 Facts About Drew Coleman

Drew Antrion Coleman was born on April 22,1983 and is an American former professional football cornerback.

Drew Coleman played for the Jets for five seasons from 2006 to 2010 and the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2011.

Drew Coleman graduated from high school in 2001 in Henderson, Texas.

Drew Coleman was a do-it-all player and became one of the best dual-threat QB's in East Texas, playing quarterback, wide receiver, running back, punt returner, kick returner, and defensive back as he led his team to a District championship his senior year.

Drew Coleman received multiple awards while at Henderson including District MVP, All-East Texas, Rusk County, Texas player of the year, and All-State honors.

Drew Coleman then transferred to Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.

Drew Coleman was second on the team with 4 interceptions and tied for first with 8 passes broken up.

Drew Coleman was selected in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL draft.

Drew Coleman often played nickelback and developed into a solid special teams tackler.

Drew Coleman had a key forced fumble against the New England Patriots in the first game of the season, and wound up starting four games at cornerback his rookie year.

Drew Coleman was named the Jets Special teams player of the week for week 3 win at Buffalo.

Drew Coleman finished the 2010 season with 41 tackles, four sacks, five forced fumbles and one interception.

Drew Coleman made his first impact of the season by filling in for an injured Darrelle Revis against the New England Patriots in week 2.

Drew Coleman impressed greatly as he was part of a Jets defense that did not allow a touchdown in the second half of the game, which is where he made his biggest impact.

Drew Coleman recorded 10 tackles, 2 sacks and 2 forced fumbles.

Drew Coleman signed a three-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars on July 29,2011.

Drew Coleman played in all 16 games during the 2011 season however, he was released on May 3,2012.

Drew Coleman signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions on July 25,2012.

Drew Coleman was placed on injured reserve on August 16,2012, and released from injured reserve on August 23.

Drew Coleman was a defensive assistant for Rice Owls football team, and currently serves as defensive coordinator for West Brook High School in Beaumont, Texas.