Brion and Nick interview All-American and All-Big Ten running back Tavian Banks. Raised in the Quad Cities, he turned down some big schools to stay close to home, and ended with impressive honors after the 1997 season, as well as the record for most rushing yards in a single season.
We talk about his football and soccer journey in high school, to his recruiting experience, his time at Iowa and later his experience in the NFL before injuries shortened his promising career.We recap some great moments: 01:50 Meet Tavian Banks: Early Life and Sports Journey
04:04 High School Sports and Sibling Rivalry
05:44 Soccer vs. Football: A Tough Choice
16:00 Recruitment and College Decisions
16:03 Memorable High School Games
32:06 College Transition and Redshirt Year
36:49 Summer Training and Mentorship
39:51 On-Field Memories and Game Strategies
47:49 Intramural Sports and Reflections
50:52 The Influence of Soccer in American Sports
51:12 Hayden Fry Stories and Coaching Dynamics
54:15 Challenges and Respect in Coaching
01:05:42 NFL Combine Experience and Draft Day
01:17:17 NFL Career and Injury Struggles
01:31:06 Transition to Coaching and Performance Training
01:44:18 Reflections on Family and Coaching Legacy
01:46:09 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
You can learn more about Tavian at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=28Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.Visit our website at https://galleryhurley.com, subscribe on your favorite podcast player or on our YouTube channel.
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