"In his seven appearances last season, Coleman notched just 15 tackles and a forced fumble. His major contributions to a defense don’t come in the statistical column. Rather, it’s how he opens up lanes to the ball for those around him that make the difference. Coleman eats up multiple blockers, which in turn allows the linebackers behind him roam free and makes plays on the ball."

One of the key requirements of a 3-4 defense. The D-linemen occupy, the LB's attack.

Even Booby Hebert will tell you the one of the main keys to the dome patrol's success was the 3 men in front of them.