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  Eddie George - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George won the NFL Rookie of the Year award in 1996, and was the Titans' starting tailback until 2003, never missing a start due to injury.
George signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys on July 23, 2004 for $1.5 million plus incentives that could have earned him more than the $4.25 million he would have made under his contract with the Titans, who released him on July 21 in part due to salary cap considerations.
Eddie is now involved in the restaurant business, with the Eddie George Sports Grille in downtown Nashville, TN, where he played for the Tennessee Titans, and Eddie George’s Grille 27 in Columbus, OH, next to his alma mater, The Ohio State University.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Eddie_George   (1024 words)

  
 Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
George turned in the most dominant performance of his stellar young career, rushing for 1,304 yards and nine touchdowns, a career high, while leading his team to the AFC Championship and ultimately Super Bowl XXXIV in Atlanta.
During the 1999 season, George also set career highs in receptions (47), yards receiving (458), receiving touchdowns (4) and total touchdowns (13), and joined Eric Dickerson, Earl Campbell and Barry Sanders as the only backs to rush for 1,200 yards in each of their first four seasons.
Drafted by the former Oilers in the first round (14th overall) in 1996, Eddie George became the fourth Heisman Trophy winner to be drafted by the Houston organization.
tshf.net /honorees/e-george.html   (265 words)

  
 Scout.com: Eddie George's Grille 27 Ready For Opening
Eddie George, who won the Heisman Trophy for Ohio State in 1995, and his partners are set to open Eddie George's Grille 27 at 1636 N. High St., just across the street from the OSU campus.
George, Ohio State’s 1995 Heisman Trophy-winning running back, is bringing this special restaurant to Columbus after he and his development partners had success with the Eddie George Sports Grille in downtown Nashville, where George had a successful NFL career with the Tennessee Titans.
George and his partners, Howard Shiller and Bob McCarthy, are aiming for a casually stylish restaurant that delivers a quality food, beverage and entertainment experience for all members of the OSU community.
ohiostate.scout.com /2/502133.html   (767 words)

  
 Is George out of time with Titans? - Sunday, 05/23/04   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
George's ongoing contract situation used to be a joking matter for some of his closest friends in the locker room, but not any more.
George, 30, didn't need to be reminded that when he walked off the practice field with his teammates on Thursday it could have been for the last time as a Titan.
George has rushed for 1,000 yards or more in eight of his nine seasons, but he hasn't averaged more 3.5 yards per carry since the 2000 season, something his critics point to when they say it's time for George to move on.
www.tennessean.com /sports/titans/archives/04/05/51727146.shtml?Element_ID=51727146   (1159 words)

  
 SignOnSanDiego.com > Sports -- Titans release all-time leading rusher Eddie George
The team granted George's request Wednesday and released the franchise's all-time leading rusher – a move forced by salary cap pressures and perhaps George's declining skills.
George, who has never missed a start in his career, was popular with Titans fans, but his production slipped in recent years.
George has said he wants to play for a team with a chance to win the Super Bowl, specifically mentioning Tampa Bay, Dallas and his hometown of Philadelphia.
www.signonsandiego.com /sports/nfl/20040721-1507-fbn-titans-george.html   (538 words)

  
 Dallas Cowboys, Eddie George, Troy Hambrick, Emmitt Smith, National Football League - CBS SportsLine.com
So Eddie George is set with the Dallas Cowboys, who hired the former Tennessee running back on Friday for a reported $2.2 million.
George could be that veteran who wins you a game or two, which might be crucial for, say, Philadelphia.
George was a terrific back with the Titans, but the emphasis is on the past tense.
cbs.sportsline.com /nfl/story/7520809   (901 words)

  
 CNNSI.com - NFL - Tales of the Titans - Tales of the Titans: The man who makes the Titans run - Tuesday January 11, ...
George may not be considered the best back in the NFL, but there are plenty of arguments to be made why he should be.
The 6-foot-3, 240-pound George is among the strongest and most durable backs in the league, a punishing runner who has averaged more than 300 carries a season every year he's been in the league.
Eddie George has had troubles in the second half of seasons -- until this year.
sportsillustrated.cnn.com /football/nfl/news/2000/01/03/george_main   (1024 words)

  
 ESPN.com - NFL - George joins Cowboys
IRVING, Texas -- Eddie George agreed to a contract with the Dallas Cowboys on Friday, two days after he was released by Tennessee.
While George was flattered, he was still coming to grips with the end of his relationship with the Titans.
George provides other qualities Parcells values: the willingness to play hurt, good size for his position (6-foot-3, 235 pounds) and good hands (one lost fumble the last two seasons).
sports.espn.go.com /nfl/news/story?id=1844735   (1173 words)

  
 Official Site of the Tennessee Titans
A consummate professional, Eddie is praised by peers, coaches and fans for his ‘polished’ demeanor in front of cameras and off the field.
George joined Dickerson, Smith, Campbell and Walter Payton as the only backs in NFL history to total more than 6,800 yards rushing in their first five seasons.
Eddie was invited to join a select group of panelists on ESPN's "Seasons Of Change: The African American Athlete" on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC.
www.titansonline.com /team/players/bio.php?PRKey=27   (3551 words)

  
 CBC Sports: Titans say bye to George
Eddie George is unhappy with Tennessee's attempt to pay him less in the fall and hopes to play elsewhere.
George has said that Philadelphia, Tampa Bay and Dallas are potential options and that he looks to move forward in a new situation where he can win a Super Bowl.
George is Tennessee's all-time leading rusher with 10,009 yards and has 64 rushing and 10 receiving touchdowns in his career.
www.cbc.ca /story/sports/national/2004/07/20/Sports/eddiegeorge040720.html?email   (978 words)

  
 Raiders / Eddie George - ProSportsDaily Forums
George is way past his prime, and wouldn't really be an upgrade at all.
The biggest reason I would pass on Eddie is because Tennessee is. I hate the Titans but I have to say that they are probably up there with the Patriots when it comes to smart management decisions.
Kearse and George have been so banged up their career the Titans new that as soon as they gave them money one if not both of them would end up missing games this season like they always did.
www.prosportsdaily.com /forums/showthread.php?t=3038   (1282 words)

  
 Eddie George
1995 Heisman Trophy winner, Eddie George, was selected by the Houston Oilers in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft, with the 14th overall pick.
Eddie was named to the Pro-Bowl in 1997, 1998 and 1999.
Eddie was the 5th Ohio State player to win the Heisman.
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 Eddie George, EddieGeorge.com, NFL, football, oilers, houston, nashville, titans, ohio state, college, emmitt smith, ...
George, the 1995 Heisman Trophy winner from Ohio State, has been the focus of the offense since he was drafted in 1996, and he had said he wanted the deal done before reporting for training camp Friday.
George, who turns 27 in September, has not missed a game in his first four seasons and has 25 100-yard games.
George also is one of only four running backs to rush for at least 1,200 yards in each of their first four seasons, joining Eric Dickerson, Earl Campbell and Barry Sanders.
www.eddiegeorge.com /news/news.html   (566 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Fisher open to George return   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
George rushed for 10,009 yards and 64 touchdowns for the Oilers/Titans from 1996-2003.
George's reluctance to be Brown's backup last season was a factor in his request to be released.
George has kept his home in Nashville and has said he plans to live here when his career is over.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/titans/2005-03-11-george_x.htm?csp=34   (814 words)

  
 New Page 1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Eddie George was born September 24, 1973, in Philadelphia, PA, birth by mother Donna George a single parent which raised him(CNNsports.com) Eddie was already setting goals at the age of 8; he started to fantasize about winning the Hiesman Trophy.
Eddie George won the honors of the trophy in 1995 in a tight race between him and Tommy Frazier.
“George went on to the NFL was drafted by the Houston Oilers in the first round 14th pick overall in the ‘96 draft.
www.wvu.edu /~physed/blacksports/fall2002/eddiegeorge.htm   (246 words)

  
 Eddie George talk - KFFL Community
Eddie is a little long in the tooth, but I think he is worth a look...
Eddie George has seen his better days, but he is still far more reliable than what we have now.
Eddie would be a great asset to this team in the locker room and a viable backup option.
www.kffl.com /forums/showthread.php?t=77647   (1609 words)

  
 1995 Heisman Trophy Winner - Eddie George
Eddie would go on to have perhaps the single greatest season for a running back in OSU history.
Eddie was rewarded for his season with the Heisman Trophy as well as the Big Ten MVP award, the Doak Walker Award, the Maxwell Award, and the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award.
Eddie, as you know, is now writing his legacy in the NFL with the Tennessee Titans.
www.bucknuts.com /osuhistory/heisman_eddiegeorge.htm   (535 words)

  
 It's Official: Eddie George a Cowboy
Eddie George, the second leading rusher in the National Football League since 1996, has signed what amounts to a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys just days after leaving the Tennessee Titans organization.
George, who is considered by most to be one of the most physical inside runners in the league, has not averaged more than 3.4 yards per carry the last three years.
George said Wednesday that he was impressed with what Bill Parcells and several of his former running backs near the end of their career- especially Ottis Anderson.
www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/1177179/posts   (3141 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Titans part ways with George after eight seasons   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
George, 30, has racked up 10,009 yards since being drafted by the Houston Oilers in the 1996 draft.
George was looking for closer to $2.5 million, along with some guarantees past this season.
George has mentioned the Cowboys, Buccaneers and Eagles as teams he'd be interested in playing for this fall.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/titans/2004-07-21-george-release_x.htm   (719 words)

  
 Eddie George : Sandbox.com - Eddie George Biography from Sandbox.com
George is still holding out hope a team will call him, but this is a good sign that he knows the end is near.
George is awfully close to having to retire.
George is an unispiring runner at his age, but at least he'd be a durable backup for fragile Chris Brown.
fantasynews.sandbox.com /2005/news/content/playerpages/player_main.asp?sport=NFL&id=6   (509 words)

  
 Eddie George quiz -- free game
Eddie has a son, what is his name?
Eddie George won the 1997 Rookie of the Year award?
Eddie George was among the top three receivers (in receptions) for the Titans in 2000?
www.funtrivia.com /playquiz.cfm?qid=42997   (175 words)

  
 SignOnSanDiego National Football League -- Eddie George, Ray Lewis prepare to renew battle
It's Eddie George versus Ray Lewis, two Pro Bowl standouts who will suspend their close friendship for around three hours Sunday.
George, one of the premier running backs in the league, is the focal point of the Tennessee offense.
George and Lewis are good friends who have shared plenty of laughs, but the competition between the two hasn't waned since they first met in 1995 to pose for an All-American photo shoot in California.
www.signonsandiego.com /sports/nfl/20011003-1247-fbn-eddievsray.html   (579 words)

  
 ►► Eddie George Photos
A stand-out running back at Ohio State University, Eddie George was drafted by the Houston Oilers in 1996 immediately becoming their featured running back.
Since he began his time in the league Eddie has rushed for over 10,000 yards and is also known for his vocal leadership off the field as well.
Eddie brings his intensity to the Dallas Cowboys now filling that power back void that Bill Parcells has always love to have at the heart of his offenses.
www.fansedge.com /ProductDetail.aspx?pfId=33-37644&fc=cjcatalog   (248 words)

  
 Eddie George's Grill 27 at South Campus Gateway
Grille 27 is representative of Eddie George’s pride and commitment to Columbus and The Ohio State University.
This project, like Eddie, is a stylish and classy restaurant that provides quality food, beverage and entertainment for all members of the community and especially for those who love The Ohio State University and Eddie George.
Mouth-watering appetizers such as crab cakes, mini-reubens, crispy tuna rolls with ponzu, sesame chicken satays, bacon-wrapped shrimp with avocado and chili essence, as well as the ever-present chicken wings and over-the-top nachos.
www.southcampusgateway.com /directory/detail.php?location=42&page=0   (361 words)

  
 George's agent says RB's Titans career about over - Thursday, 05/27/04   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The agent for Titans running back Eddie George believes all that's left now is the waiting.
Smith said he's not sure the old offer even remains on the table in light of the comments made by Adams, and while he said he hasn't asked the Titans for permission to talk to other NFL teams before June 1, he didn't rule out that possibility.
George was in Las Vegas as a presenter for last night's Country Music Awards and could not be reached for comment.
www.tennessean.com /sports/titans/archives/04/05/51953518.shtml?Element_ID=51953518   (766 words)

  
 Fantasy Football News, Games & Leagues at Fanball   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
George signed a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys on July 23, 2004.
The team's official web site reported that George would earn a base salary of $660,000 and a $1.54 million bonus for showing up to training camp.
2,733 career carries over eight seasons have taken their toll, as George no longer possesses the burst that turned eight-yard gains into 30-yarders earlier in his career.
www.fanball.com /fb/playerProfile.cfm/pid.1248   (123 words)

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