Nicholas Coleman is in his first season as the offensive graduate assistant for Rick Stockstill's staff.

Coleman is no stranger to the Blue Raiders as he spent the previous three seasons as a quarterback for Coach Stockstill.

Coleman, a native of Decaturville, Tenn., saw action in five games his senior year in helping the Blue Raiders to a 10-3 record and a win over Southern Miss in the 2009 New Orleans Bowl. Coleman began his career at Lambuth before transferring in 2006.

Coleman played football, basketball, and baseball at Decatur County Riverside High School where he stands as the all-time passing leader. He earned his degree from Middle Tennessee in 2009.