Eddie George was pondering the next steps in his burgeoning career as a college football coach while driving back from the NFL scouting combine. He got a sign in the most unlikely of places.

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.

Former Tennessee State football coach Eddie George said he was not looking for a new job when Bowling Green called.