Aug 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies running back Jonah Coleman (1) rushes for a touchdown against the Colorado State Rams during the first quarter at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Seahawks Make Statement With Running Back Jonah Coleman Visit

Originally posted on Seattle Seahawks on SI
By Michael Hanich | Last updated Mar 17, 2026 8:00 AM ET

One week after the start of NFL Free Agency, all 32 teams are starting to make their shift from focusing entirely on Free Agency to the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. The Seattle Seahawks only have four picks in the draft, barring a trade, so every evaluation and prospect visit must count. Luckily for the Seahawks general manager John Schneider is one of the best executives in the league when it comes to drafting.

The Seahawks have started hosting some of the draft prospects to get to know them more and see how they fit. The team hosted a pair of solid cornerback prospects earlier, but then the Seahawks turned their attention to a solid offensive playmaker with local ties.

Seahawks Host Washington Running Back Jonah Coleman

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It might be certain that the Seahawks use their first or second round pick on a running back. The Seahawks will evaluate many running backs they feel are capable enough to potentially become a franchise player. Seattle’s first running back visit is a local player in Jonah Coleman, and it is not a mistake. The Seahawks aim to capitalize on the exceptional local talent from around the state of Washington.

Seattle was on board, bringing in former Eastern Washington star wide receiver and former Super Bowl MVP in Cooper Kupp in the last free agency. The Seahawks also gave former Washington State Cougars offensive tackle Abraham Lucas a shot in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft and now their franchise right tackle.

Coleman won’t be the only running back to visit the Seahawks during the pre-NFL Draft process, but he is the first, and that is a statement. The Seahawks might already see something in Coleman, who is quickly rising on the draft boards. He has already acquired the attention of Schneider and the front office staff, and that doesn’t go away.

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