Eddie George: Titans Legend & College Football Hall of Famer

Eddie George punished defenses with relentless power, rushing into the record books at Ohio State before forging a legendary, ironman career in the NFL.

Football Bio

September 24, 1973 – Eddie George, a halfback from Ohio State University, was born.

After high school, top programs heavily recruited George to play linebacker in college. Eddie later told the press he chose Ohio State mainly so he could keep playing running back. He made the right choice as demonstrated in his senior season as the Buckeye’s Bell Cow running back, as George rushed for 100 yards in 12 straight games! Numbers like that earned Eddie George the 1995 Walter Camp Player of the Year, the Doak Walker Award, the Maxwell Award, the Jim Brown Award, and the Heisman Trophy! Ohio State retired his number 27 in 1995, and the College Football Hall of Fame inducted him in the 2011 entry class.

The Houston Oilers drafted Eddie in the 1996 NFL Draft. A year later, the Oilers moved to Tennessee and later became the Titans, and Eddie George still owns most of the franchise’s rushing records. He stayed with his original franchise for 8 seasons and then played a final year for the Dallas Cowboys. He ranks 23rd in NFL rushing yards and is one of only two players to rush for over 10,000 yards without missing a start; the other is the great Jim Brown. Pretty good company to be with!

Football Legacy

Eddie George’s legacy is one of unwavering dependability and power. He anchored the Titans’ offense for years, a punishing runner who consistently delivered. He holds numerous franchise records and drove the team to Super Bowl XXXIV. Beyond his stats, George is remembered for his physical style of play and his status as a role model. He remains one of the most beloved figures in Titans franchise history and is a celebrated member of the Ohio State football community. His influence is felt in his post-playing career as a coach, actor, and motivational speaker. [National Football Foundation]

Accolades, Awards, and Career Stats

• Heisman Trophy (1995)
• Maxwell Award (1995)
• Doak Walker Award (1995)
• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1996)
• 4x Pro Bowl Selection (1997-2000)
• First-Team All-Pro (2000)
• Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
• Career Rushing Yards: 10,441
• Career Rushing Touchdowns: 68
• Games Started: 130

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