Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye All-Big Ten linebacker, current Iowa football Special Teams Coordinator and 7-year NFL veteran, LeVar Woods.
We recap some great moments from our interview:
00:00 Commitment to Iowa State
00:12 Unexpected Offer from Iowa
01:35 The Rise of Special Teams
07:11 Evolution of Punting Metrics
20:03 Growing Up in Iowa
27:48 Recruitment Journey
42:34 Transition to College Football
54:11 Memorable Touchdown and Reflections
54:39 Coach Ferris's Vision and Blueprint
56:05 Coaching Under Ferris: Insights and Experiences
57:16 The Importance of Fundamentals
01:00:51 NFL Journey: From Undrafted to Special Teams
01:20:01 Coaching Different Positions: Challenges and Rewards
01:25:35 Special Teams Coaching: Unique Challenges and Rewards
01:35:45 Reflections on Coaching and Future Aspirations
01:37:38 Closing Remarks
You can learn more about LeVar Woods at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1874
Gallery 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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