Edmonton Elks

Antler up: Elks sign former Roughriders’ OL Thaddeus Coleman

by
3Down Staff
July 11, 2021

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The Edmonton Elks have signed offensive tackle Thaddeus Coleman for a third stint with the club.

Coleman started 17 games at right tackle for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2019 and lined up there for the West Division Final against Winnipeg. He was a reliable protector on the front side for right-handed quarterback Cody Fajardo.

The 36-year-old first joined Edmonton in 2008 following a brief stint in the NFL. He joined the team again in 2013 following period in the Arena Football League, winning a Grey Cup in 2015.

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Coleman followed Chris Jones to Saskatchewan in 2016 and spent four seasons with the team, appearing in 71 games. There was speculation that the Riders may bring him back following the retirement of Takoby Cofield.

The six-foot-seven, 320-pounder played NCAA football at Mississippi Valley State University where he was selected to the Southwestern Athletic Conference first-team two times (2006 and 2007). He prepared his body for a lengthy pro career and it’s turned out that way.