James Lilburn "Pat" Coffee (August 3, 1915 – January 25, 1986) was an professional American football halfback and tailback.
[1] Known as a triple-threat man, Coffee was named to the All-Northern Louisiana football team in December 1932.
[3] He was a triple-threat player who excelled as a passer and was also known as a hard-running back and a good punter and blocker.
[4] In 1937, Coffee reported to the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL).
[6] He also set an NFL record in 1937 with a 97-yard touchdown pass to receiver Gaynell Tinsley.