Seth Coleman

Seth Coleman (born December 7, 2000) is an American professional football linebacker. He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini.

Early life Coleman attended high school at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. He was rated as a three-star recruit and committed to play college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini.

College career As a freshman in 2020, Coleman recorded 13 tackles with three and a half going for a loss. In week 3 of the 2021 season, he notched six tackles, with one being for a loss, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery, and a pass deflection. In the 2021 season, Coleman played in 10 games where he recorded 22 tackles with three going for a loss, two sacks, two pass deflections, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery. Ahead of the 2022 season, he earned a starting outside linebacker role. In week 6 of the 2022 season, Coleman logged five tackles with two being for a loss, two sacks, and a pass deflection in a win over Iowa. In week 9, he forced an errant throw as he hit quarterback Casey Washington which resulted in a game-changing interception, as the Illini went on to win. Coleman finished the 2022 season with 45 tackles with five being for a loss, four and a half sacks, ten quarterback hurries, and six pass deflections, earning honorable mention all-Big Ten Conference selection.

In 2023, Coleman totaled 50 tackles with nine being for a loss, along with six sacks and again earned a Big Ten honorable mention. He decided to return to the Fighting Illini for his sixth season in 2024.

Seattle Seahawks Coleman signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent on May 2, 2025. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts.

Indianapolis Colts On October 21, 2025, the Indianapolis Colts signed Coleman to the team's practice squad. He was released by Indianapolis on October 27.

Houston Gamblers On January 13, 2026, Coleman was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft.

Miami Dolphins On January 21, 2026, Coleman signed a reserve/futures contract with the Miami Dolphins. He was waived on August 29.