Former Southern University tight end Bradley Coleman murdered in attempted carjacking

The college football world lost a former tight end from Southern University when Bradley Coleman was murdered during an attempted carjacking. Coleman played for the Southern University Jaguars from 2012-16, and was shot when three men attempted to steal his car in his hometown of Norcross, Georgia.

Coleman was reportedly filling his car’s tires with air when the carjacking took place, and was shot and killed as a result of the incident. Coleman passed away at just 29 years old.

Former @GeauxJags tight end Bradley Coleman (2012-16) was reportedly filling his car's tires with air in his hometown of Norcross, Georgia, when three men attempted to steal his car and then shot him, taking his life. Coleman was just 29 years old. #SuJags pic.twitter.com/1kdjwZgKdK

— Jacques Doucet (@JacquesDoucet) July 11, 2022

Bradley Coleman murdered in carjacking attempt

A former five-year redshirt at Southern University, Coleman was a member of the SWAC championship-winning Jaguars team in 2013. The following season, Coleman and the Jaguars went a perfect 8-0 in conference play — finishing with a 9-3 record overall including two single-score losses to Georgia Tech and NC State.

Coleman was a graduate of Norcross High School in his hometown and joined the school as a football coach following his playing career. The school shared a memorial message following his tragic death.

“It is with great sadness to share with the Norcross family that we lost a brother this weekend,” said the school in their statement. “Bradley Coleman was a friend, father and an ambassador of goodwill. We will keep everyone informed about any arrangements and ways to help support the family.”

Coleman leaves behind a young daughter.

FOX 5 Atlanta’s Rob DiRienzo spoke with Coleman’s friend and SU teammate Reid Sanders following his death, who explained that Coleman was in his hometown of Gwinnett to visit over the weekend.

“If I would’ve known I wouldn’t have a chance to talk to him again, I would have told him how much I loved him,” said Sanders, via DiRienzo. “He was just one of the most genuine guys, nice people. Always had a smile on his face. Brought the energy.”