ESPN REPORT : Ohio State Buckeyes football Legend Eddie George has been named as the The Greatest of All Time in College Football, beating Boston College, Washington, Pittsburgh, Notre Dame, and Illinois. Eddie George won the 1995 Heisman Trophy while playing for Ohio State. He also won multiple other awards, including the Maxwell Award, Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, and Doak Walker Award. In the NFL, George was named NFL Rookie of the Year in 1996 and made the Pro Bowl four consecutive years (1997-2000). He also helped the Tennessee Titans reach Super Bowl XXXIV. As a senior in 1995, he led Ohio State to the Florida Citrus Bowl and won the Heisman Trophy. George was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2011 as a player, and the International Sports Hall of Fame in 2020.

Eddie George Named the Greatest of All Time in College Football by ESPN

In a momentous recognition of one of college football’s most storied careers, ESPN has officially named Ohio State Buckeyes legend Eddie George as the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) in college football. George outpaced historic programs such as Boston College, Washington, Pittsburgh, Notre Dame, and Illinois in the selection, underscoring his singular impact on the sport.

A Buckeye Icon

Eddie George’s collegiate legacy is forever etched into the fabric of Ohio State football. As a senior in 1995, George delivered one of the most dominant seasons in NCAA history. He rushed for 1,927 yards and 24 touchdowns, leading the Buckeyes to the Florida Citrus Bowl and capturing the nation’s attention with his explosive power and workhorse mentality.

That unforgettable season earned him the Heisman Trophy, college football’s most prestigious individual award. But George’s accolades didn’t stop there — he also received the Maxwell Award, the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, and the Doak Walker Award, sweeping the top honors for a collegiate running back.

Pro Career and Continued Success

George transitioned seamlessly to the NFL after being selected by the Houston Oilers (later the Tennessee Titans) in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft. He made an immediate impact, earning NFL Rookie of the Year honors and eventually earning four consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 1997 to 2000.

His most memorable professional moment came when he helped lead the Tennessee Titans to Super Bowl XXXIV, showcasing the same grit and leadership he was known for at Ohio State.

Hall of Fame Inductions

In recognition of his enduring legacy, George was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2011. He further cemented his legendary status with a 2020 induction into the International Sports Hall of Fame, honoring his contributions beyond the gridiron.

A Lasting Legacy

More than just a football icon, Eddie George represents the standard of excellence, perseverance, and leadership in sports. His recognition by ESPN as the Greatest of All Time in College Football is a testament not only to his individual achievements but also to the pride and tradition of the Ohio State Buckeyes program.

From Columbus to Canton and beyond, Eddie George’s story remains one of the most inspiring in the annals of college and professional football.