Three-time Super Bowl champ Monte Coleman dies at 68
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Key Points:
- Monte Coleman, a three-time Super Bowl champion and longtime linebacker for the Washington Commanders, died at age 68.
- Coleman was drafted in the 11th round in 1979 and spent his entire 16-year NFL career with the franchise, playing a key role in all three Joe Gibbs-era championship teams.
- He is honored in the Commanders' Ring of Fame and was praised by team owner Josh Harris for his leadership and durability.
- After retiring as a player, Coleman served as head coach at Arkansas-Pine Bluff, compiling a 40-71 record over 10 seasons.
