Monte Coleman: Unsung Washington Commanders Legend

About this episode

The episode discusses the legacy of Monte Coleman, a legendary linebacker for the Washington Commanders who recently passed away.

Monte Coleman, a three-time Super Bowl champion linebacker for the Washington Commanders, passed away, marking the third major off-field tragedy this year. Known for his loyalty and ironman status, Coleman played 16 seasons with the team, earning spots in their Ring of Fame and the ninety greatest players list. He led the NFL in tackles in 1980 and notched ten and a half sacks in 1986. As a starter in Super Bowl XXII, he got to the quarterback for half a sack on John Elway. Coleman, an eleventh-round pick from Central Arkansas in 1979, earned his spot as a rookie and held it down for nearly two decades. He is remembered as one of the most underrated legends from the franchises golden years. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a057a5ef19680529

Topics covered

• Washington Commanders
• Monte Coleman
• NFL history
• Super Bowl
• football legends
• sports news

Keywords

• Monte Coleman
• Washington Commanders
• Super Bowl XXII
• NFL tackles
• football history
• sports news

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Organizations: Washington Commanders, Central Arkansas

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