Urban Meyer and Joey Galloway caught celebrating former Ohio State star's first win in FBS head coaching debut

George and Galloway go way back, too. George was a superstar back at Ohio State from 1992 through 1995, breaking out as a junior before leading the Big 10 in yards and the nation in touchdowns. Galloway was a Buckeye from 1991 through 1994, and both were first-round NFL Draft picks.

The two shared an Instagram post together in 2020 as they danced on a boat. " with my bro @joey_galloway living our best life!! 88-89," read the caption.

In 2023, George, a former All-Pro running back, participated as a temporary offseason staff member for the Bears through the NFL’s Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship. He was in Chicago for the month of May before heading back to Nashville as he entered his third season at Tennessee State.

He interviewed with the Chicago Bears for their head coaching role earlier this offseason.

George is widely regarded as one of the better running backs in NFL history. Born on September 24, 1973, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, George rose to prominence during his collegiate career at Ohio State University. 

As a Buckeye, he established himself as a powerhouse, winning the 1995 Heisman Trophy after rushing for an impressive 1,927 yards and 24 touchdowns in his senior season. His combination of size, speed, and agility made him a nightmare for opposing defenses, and he left Ohio State as one of the program’s all-time greats.

George was selected 14th overall by the Houston Oilers (later the Tennessee Titans) in the 1996 NFL Draft. He made an immediate impact, earning the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award after rushing for 1,368 yards. 

He was known for his durability, consistency, and punishing running style during his nine-season NFL career. He rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his first five seasons, peaking in 2000 with 1,509 yards and 14 touchdowns.

One of George’s most memorable moments came during the 1999 season when he helped lead the Titans to Super Bowl XXXIV. Though the Titans fell just short of victory against the St. Louis Rams, George’s contributions were pivotal in their playoff run, particularly his 162-yard performance in the AFC Divisional Round.

A four-time Pro Bowl selection, George finished his career with 10,441 rushing yards and 68 rushing touchdowns, cementing his legacy as one of the NFL’s most reliable and productive running backs.