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Coleman finds his comfort zone
Northmont High grad, with a big-time assist from his older brother, has cracked Ohio State's starting lineup.
By Doug Harris
Staff Writer
Saturday, September 08, 2007
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Coleman made a move from cornerback to safety after five games last season when injuries left the Buckeyes short-handed. He quickly adapted to his new position, which allows him just to read and react.
"That's my personality," Coleman said. "That's the way I play the game. I like to rove and make plays, to come up and make the tackle or an interception."
He's been a starter since the beginning of preseason camp, and his brother has noticed a difference in the way he's carrying himself.
"I remember him being nervous going into his junior year (at Northmont)," Kyle said. "But there's no nervousness now. It's all familiar ground."
Kurt also is back in familiar surroundings with his brother. After spending the mandatory one year in a campus dorm, he's planning to share an apartment with Kyle again, bringing along teammate Grant Schwartz.
Of course, the sleeping arrangements figure to be a lot less claustrophobic.
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Coleman finds his comfort zone
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Safety's big plays come naturally
OSU sophomore Coleman had four tackles against Youngstown State, says his football instinct is 'a gift.'
By Doug Harris
Staff Writer
Saturday, September 08, 2007
COLUMBUS — Ohio State safeties coach Paul Haynes sometimes has to deal with fragile egos, but he doesn't have to soften any messages to crocodile-skinned sophomore Kurt Coleman.
"You can coach him tough — because he can take it," Haynes said. "He's very critical of himself, which is a good thing."
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"He's a very instinctive football player," Haynes said. "Some guys just have it. I can't take any credit for it — it's nothing I've taught him. He just has the ability to make plays."
The 5-foot-11, 185-pound Coleman blocked a field goal against Bowling Green last year and blocked another in the Buckeyes' preseason kick scrimmage.
"It's definitely been a gift," he said of his playmaking skills. "It's not just me. It's the defensive line and the pass rushers.
"But I've been able to do that throughout my whole career. I guess you could say I've been put in fortunate situations to get the ball."
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Safety's big plays come naturally
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