Cardinals Meet with Illinois Pass Rusher Seth Coleman at Hula Bowl
As the Arizona Cardinals continue their scouting efforts ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, they are turning their attention to standout prospects from the Hula Bowl. After meeting with Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Jaheim Thomas earlier this week, the Cardinals’ scouting staff has now engaged with Illinois Fighting Illini edge rusher Seth Coleman, a player who has generated significant interest from multiple NFL teams.
Coleman, a 6-5, 250-pound outside linebacker, began his college career in 2019 but redshirted his first three seasons. Over the next two years, he made a name for himself as a consistent contributor to Illinois’ defense, earning All-Big Ten honorable mentions for both his sophomore (2022) and junior (2023) seasons. His leadership abilities were recognized in 2024 when he was named team captain. At 24 years old, Coleman has demonstrated both maturity and potential, qualities that make him an intriguing prospect for teams seeking to bolster their pass rush.
The Cardinals are one of many teams that have shown interest in Coleman. According to Ryan Fowler, Coleman had individual meetings with several NFL teams at the Hula Bowl, including the San Francisco 49ers, Atlanta Falcons, New England Patriots, Detroit Lions, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Baltimore Ravens, New York Giants, and Arizona Cardinals. The interest from these teams speaks to the value they see in Coleman as an edge rusher.
With the Cardinals in need of a pass rusher to strengthen their defense, Coleman could be a great addition, especially considering he is likely to be available later in the 2025 NFL Draft. His combination of size, leadership, and potential make him a player to watch as the Cardinals continue to shape their roster for the upcoming season.
