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Randy George

Randy George is an American former football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Randy George is an American former football player who played as a running back in the National Football League. He was selected in the 1996 NFL Draft by the Houston Oilers and later played for the Tennessee Titans and Dallas Cowboys. He is best known for his nine-season NFL career and for helping the Titans reach Super Bowl XXXIV.

Early life and education

Randy George was born in Illinois and attended the United States Military Academy. His background at Army helped shape his path before entering professional football.

Professional football career

George entered the NFL as a first-round pick in 1996, selected 14th overall by the Houston Oilers. He spent the bulk of his career with the Oilers franchise, which later became the Tennessee Titans, and also played for the Dallas Cowboys. Over nine seasons, he established himself as a running back in the league.

Notable achievements

George is most closely associated with the Titans’ run to Super Bowl XXXIV. His draft status as a first-round pick and his nine-season NFL career are key aspects of his legacy.

Key facts

  • George was drafted 14th overall by the Houston Oilers in the 1996 NFL Draft.
  • He played nine seasons in the National Football League.
  • He spent the bulk of his career with the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans franchise.
  • George also played for the Dallas Cowboys.
  • He helped the Titans reach Super Bowl XXXIV.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Randy George?
Randy George is an American former NFL running back who played for the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans and the Dallas Cowboys.
When was Randy George drafted?
He was selected in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft, 14th overall.
What position did Randy George play?
He played running back.
Which teams did Randy George play for?
He played for the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans franchise and the Dallas Cowboys.
Did Randy George play in a Super Bowl?
He helped the Titans reach Super Bowl XXXIV, where they lost to the St. Louis Rams.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_George
    Supports: Confirms the subject is an NFL running back, drafted by the Houston Oilers in 1996, and later played for the Titans and Cowboys.
  2. Pro Football Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/G/GeorEd00.htm
    Supports: Provides career NFL statistics, draft details, teams, position, and season-by-season playing record.
  3. Tennessee Titans — https://www.titansonline.com/team/history/roster/eddie-george
    Supports: Confirms Titans franchise history and the player's role with the team, including the Super Bowl XXXIV era.