Bowling Green gave Urban Meyer his first head coaching opportunity in 2001, a decision that paid off tremendously well for both sides. Meyer guided the Falcons to a 17–6 record over two seasons, parlaying it to the job at Utah.

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — A legendary running back turned head coach is making his return to the state of Ohio to take over Falcons football. Eddie George confirmed to WTOL 11 sister station 10TV on Sunday that he has accepted the job as the next head football coach at Bowling Green State University.