Eddie George

Biography

Coach George Hometown Philadelphia, Pa. College Ohio State (2001) - BS Northwestern (2009) - MBA Family Wife, Tamara "Taj", sons Eriq and Jaire Coaching History 2021-24 Tennessee State, Head Coach 2025-pres. Bowling Green, Head Coach Bowl Games/Postseason Coached 2024 FCS Playoffs - First Round Career Head Coaching Record 2021 Tennessee State, 5-6 2022 Tennessee State, 4-7 2023 Tennessee State, 6-5 2024 Tennessee State, 9-4 2025 Bowling Green, 4-8 Total Four Years (28-30) From the turf of Ohio Stadium to the Super Bowl stage, the bright lights of Broadway, and now the sidelines of Bowling Green, Eddie George’s journey is one of unrelenting excellence, fearless transformation, and enduring impact. Named the 21st head coach in Bowling Green State University football history on March 9, 2025, George brings a legacy forged through athletic greatness, intellectual discipline and artistic exploration. George brings a clear and passionate vision to his leadership at Bowling Green, instilling a culture he calls GUTS—an acronym that defines the foundation of how he expects his team to play. Under his guidance, the Falcons are expected to compete with Gumption, showing fearlessness and initiative in every situation. They must play with Understanding, recognizing the importance of preparation, discipline, and football IQ. His teams will show relentless Tenacity, never backing down regardless of the challenge. And above all, George demands a willingness to Sacrifice—to put the team above