Former Husky Jonah Coleman Just Scored a Game-Winner, And Denver Might Have Found Their Spark

A 3-yard run from Jonah Coleman at the 7:24 mark of the fourth quarter just broke a 13-13 tie, and it ended up being the game-winner in Denver’s 20-13 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. That’s right, Huskies fans, in only his second NFL game, our guy, the former Washington star, stepped up huge for the Denver Broncos, delivering the first touchdown of his professional career when it mattered most.

Stepping Up When It Counted

The opportunity came because running back R.J. Harvey got injured, and the Broncos called on their fourth-round pick, Coleman, to fill a bigger role. And he absolutely delivered. With the game tied in the fourth, Coleman walked right into the end zone, securing a crucial win for Denver. It wasn’t just the touchdown either; Coleman proved he was ready for the spotlight. He led the Broncos with 39 rushing yards and tied for the team-high with 10 carries. Plus, he snagged 3 receptions for 19 yards, showing off that complete skill set we all saw emerge during his time at Washington. This kid isn’t just a runner, he’s a weapon.

“You Shine, We Shine, We Shine Together”

It’s clear Coleman brought that Huskies grit and mentality to the pros. He attributed his development to running backs coach Scottie Graham and the entire Jedd Fisch coaching staff at Washington. “You shine, we shine, we shine together,” Coleman told Broncos team reporter Aric DiLalla, quoting advice from Graham. “That’s what it’s all about: Getting that W. No matter how we get it, it’s about winning at the end of the day. Everyone in the running back room wants to win. That’s why we come every day competing. That’s why we’re pushing each other. That’s why J.K. comes and gets on me about the smallest little details, because he wants to win.” That kind of team-first attitude and competitive fire is exactly what you want from a young player making his mark.

In his first real extended NFL action, Coleman clearly provided the spark that coach Sean Payton was looking for in his team’s rushing attack. This performance could be massive for his future. If R.J. Harvey has to miss some more time, Coleman looks poised to become an integral piece of Denver’s offense moving forward. Get ready to see a lot more of Jonah Coleman, Emerald City, because this former Husky is just getting started.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.