Cardenal Coleman Class: Sophomore Hometown: Tennille, Ga. High School: Washington County Height / Weight: 6-0 / 230 Position: FB

Furman: Burly fullback who will compete for playing time this year, especially in short yardage situations. 2008 -- Took the field in 10 games, earning playing time as a member of special teams and reserve fullback. 2007 -- Awarded redshirt and extra year of eligibility.

High School: 2007 graduate of Washington County (3A) High School...football coach was Joel Ingram...played linebacker and fullback...started in 36 games over three seasons and racked up 329 tackles, nine forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries, and three interceptions his career...also rushed for 375 yards and three scores...earned first team all-area and All-Middle Georgia honors in 2006 after helping lead his squad to an 11-3 record and into the state semifinals before falling to eventual state champion Peach County...finished the 2006 season with 119 tackles two interceptions, four forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.

Personal: Full name is Cardenal Coleman, Jr...son of Eartha Cummings and Cardenal Coleman...born August 13, 1989, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida...has a sister Exavyer...father played football at Morehouse College...cousin, Terrance Edwards, played football at Georgia and the Atlanta Falcons...another cousin, Robert Edwards, played football at Georgia and with the New England Patriots...undeclared major.