How did Eddie George react to Ezekiel Elliott passing him on OSU's rushing list?

Published Nov. 30, 2015 9:24 a.m. ET

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Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott called passing Eddie George on the Buckeyes' all-time rushing list Saturday "a dream come true."

George, who won the 1995 Heisman Trophy as a Buckeyes senior, showed his respect for Elliott's accomplishment on Twitter as the Buckeyes were wrapping up their 42-13 win at Michigan.

@EddieGeorge2727 appreciate the love. It was an honor being able to pass you in all time rushing ! Just continuing the great legacy
— EzekielElliott#⃣1⃣5⃣ (@EzekielElliott) November 28, 2015

@EzekielElliott Salute.????
— Eddie George (@EddieGeorge2727) November 28, 2015

Elliott ran for 214 yards in Ann Arbor, leaving him with 3,812 yards.

George ran for 3,768 during his time in Columbus.