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Three former HBCU football head coaches — Eddie George (Bowling Green), Willie Simmons (FIU), and Jerry Mack (Kennesaw State) — are set to make their debuts as FBS head coaches in Week 1 of the 2025 season, marking a notable moment for HBCU coaching pipelines to the Football Bowl Subdivision.

Prime numbers: Eddie George at Bowling Green the latest NFL star-turned-coach

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Eddie George News / The Blade - Bowling Green / August 1

'Real swagger:' What BGSU players think of coach Eddie George

BOWLING GREEN – The aura that surrounds new Bowling Green State University football coach and former Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George is pretty high wherever he goes.

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Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / July 2

Titans Legend Named Top 20 Quarterback

The Tennessee Titans/Houston Oilers franchise has had a terrific group of talent that have come through their organization. And while names like Derrick Henry, Earl Campbell and Eddie George stand out, perhaps the greatest player in franchise history is quarterback Warren Moon, who donned the Oilers powder blue and red from 1984-93.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

College Football News / College Football News / June 17

Bowling Green Football Preview 2025: Falcons Make Bold Move With Eddie George

Former head coach Scot Loeffler busted it to get the Bowling Green program up to speed. It might not have won any MAC titles in his six seasons, and he went 0-3 in bowl games, but in three years, he made the Falcons good, and he pulled off two winning seasons over the two years.

NFL News / G5 Football on SI / June 12

MAC Football: Post-Spring Power Rankings

Another season of MAC football is right around the corner, as mid-week “MACtion” has been one of the highlights of not just Group of Five football, but college football as a whole.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 19

Eddie George Sees Upside in Building at Bowling Green Despite Late Start

Eddie George is uniquely prepared to take over a college football program months after the coaching carousel typically stops turning in December. When George took the Tennessee State job — the former Heisman Trophy winner’s first foray into coaching — it was April 2021.

Eddie George lands Ohio State transfer in the spring portal window to give Bowling Green another former Buckeye

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a positive experience with the spring transfer portal this year, losing just four players — none of whom were on scholarship.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 4

NFC Notes: Aaron Jones, Eddie George, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears CEO Kevin Warren said that the team’s interview with Eddie George for their head coaching vacancy is an example of the Rooney Rule in action. “The coolest thing about it is when people talk about the Rooney Rule, we got a chance to interview Eddie George, and people said, Is that really a true interview?

Eddie George, Bowling Green Land West Virginia Defensive Back Transfer

Shortly after spring ball wrapped up in Morgantown, West Virginia defensive back Keyon Washington announced his intentions of entering the transfer portal.

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Bowling Green Falcons News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 8

Buckeye legend Eddie George welcomes a Harbaugh to Bowling Green

The rivalry between Michigan and Ohio State runs so deep that it almost feels unnatural to see a Wolverine and a Buckeye exchanging pleasantries. But that was the case last week as Ohio State legend Eddie George (now the head coach at Bowling Green) welcomed Jack Harbaugh to take in a Falcons practice.

Bowling Green Falcons News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Eddie George’s Bowling Green contract: salary, buyout, incentives

When Eddie George transitioned from coaching at Tennessee State to becoming the head coach at Bowling Green, the sports world took notice. After four seasons leading the Tigers, George’s move to the Mid-American Conference (MAC) brings fresh hope, not just for the Falcons, but for George’s wallet as well.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Son of Heisman Trophy Winner Calls Out False Transfer Portal Reports

As the college football season continues to drag on, the transfer portal continues to be crucial for many teams looking to bring in high-level talent.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Eddie George Offers Ryan Day's Son as Recruitment Intensifies

Football legend Eddie George, the new head coach at Bowling Green, is the latest to offer a scholarship to the son of Ohio State head coach Ryan Day. RJ Day (6-foot-1, 203 pounds) plays for St.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 22

Tennessee State players hit transfer portal after losing NFL great coach

With Eddie George exiting to Bowling Green, many Tennessee State players are finding an opportunity elsewhere. At least seven players have entered the transfer portal since the NFL great turned college coach announced he would be moving on.

Eddie George News / Mike Farrell Sports / March 19

Top FCS DL, Son of Coach, Enters Transfer Portal

Since Eddie George’s move from Tennessee State to Bowling Green, several intriguing players from the FCS program have entered the transfer portal. That continued today when junior defensive tackle Eriq George made himself available.

Son of ex-NFL coach joining Eddie George’s staff at Bowling Green

Eddie George was named the new head coach at Bowling Green earlier this month, and the legendary running back will not be the only member of the staff with NFL connections.

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Eddie George News / G5 Football on SI / March 11

Watch: Eddie George Says He Intends To Win The MAC in Year One At Bowling Green

Eddie George returned to the state of Ohio this week, accepting a new position as the head coach of the Bowling Green Falcons. George was formally introduced in Bowling Green on Monday, ready to begin a new era for the program following Scot Loeffler's departure for the NFL.

Bowling Green Falcons News / Mike Farrell Sports / March 10

TRENDING: Former Heisman Trophy Winner to Coach at Bowling Green

By Dan Zealley Eddie George is making the move from coaching at the FCS level to the FBS according to @DBriggsBlade of The Blade. George attended Ohio State from 1992-1995.

Bowling Green hires former Heisman Trophy winner as new HC

Bowling Green hires former Heisman Trophy winner as new head coach

He was one of three finalists who interviewed for the job on Friday along with Oklahoma State quarterbacks coach Kevin Johns and UMass offensive coordinator Mike Bajakian.

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Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / January 19

Former Heisman Trophy winner to interview for Bears job

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 17

Eddie George Reveals His Prediction For CFP National Championship

The No. 7 seed Notre Dame Fighting Irish and No. 8 seed Ohio State Buckeyes will face off on Monday to decide the national championship winner. Before the game, former Ohio State running back, 1995 Heisman Trophy winner and current Tennessee State head coach Eddie George joined ESPN to make his pick for who he thinks comes out on top.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 21

NFL Change Doesn't Bother Titans Legend Eddie George

It has been a long time since Tennessee Titans fans were able to watch legendary running back Eddie George run the football. He was a fan favorite for years and was one of the best backs in the league during his era.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / December 20

Eddie George Has Message For Ohio State Ahead Of Saturday's Playoff Game

When it comes to success at Ohio State, few have done better in the program's illustrious history than Eddie George. George won the Heisman trophy as a Buckeye, setting a then-program record by nearly reaching 2,000 rushing yards.

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / March 13, 2024

Tennessee Titans legend Eddie George shuts down popular rumor

Tennessee Titans legend Eddie George shut down a growing rumor on Wednesday. George, who played for the Oilers/Titans from 1996 to 2003 after a standout college career at Ohio State, is currently the head coach at Tennessee State.