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George came to St. Joe Prep as a sophomore and established himself as
one of the best linemen ever to play for the eagles. After
graduating in 1956, he went to the University of Kentucky where he
walked on the football team. He was awarded a scholarship his sophomore
year and was named to the SEC All-Soph Team. George had a great sports
career, and received his degree with the 4th highest GPA of the team. He
joined the UK Coaching Staff in 1961 and was assistant coach until 1965.
George then headed a Scouting Combine used by NFL Teams until 1968. He
then joined the St. Louis Cardinals of the NFL and was Director of
Player Personnel until 1991. George spent 1991-1998 as Director of
Player Personnel and Director of College Scouting for the Indianapolis
Colts. In 1999, George rejoined the Phoenix Cardinals Scouting
Department where he recently retired. George and his wife, Dedee have 5
children and have moved back to Eddyville, Ky. |