Herb Coleman

Herbert Edward Coleman (June 18, 1923 – January 1, 1985) was an American professional football center who played three seasons in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) with the Chicago Rockets and Baltimore Colts. He was drafted by the Boston Yanks in the twelfth round of the 1945 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame.

Early life Coleman was captain of his high school football and basketball teams at Chester High School in Chester, West Virginia.

College career Coleman played for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He earned United Press International second-team All-American honors in 1943.

Professional career Coleman was selected by the Boston Yanks in the 12th round with the 113th overall pick in the 1943 NFL draft.

Coleman played in one game for the Baltimore Colts of the AAFC in 1948.