Though many great players have been part of the West Georgia football program, none have ever been more honored than Nate Coggins. A native of Atlanta, Coggins claimed a starting job during the first game of his redshirt freshman season in 1998. Before he was finished, Coggins became a two-time All-America, two-time All-South Region selection, and was three times named to the All-Gulf South Conference Team. He culminated his career as a Senior by being named GSC Defensive Player of the Year, the first ever such honor for a West Georgia player. Coggins also made an impact on the school's all-time record book. He holds the school record for most total tackles in both a game (25) and for a career (416), the career record for solo tackles (253), most fumbles recovered in a career (9), and most games started in a career (45). During his four years Coggins helped lead the Braves to two GSC titles, two NCAA Playoff berths, and a record of 36-10. Following his career, Coggins worked at UWG as a student coach while continuing his academic pursuits. He also played professionally in the Arena Football League.
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