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September 2, 2025 101 mins

Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye walk-on linebacker from 1993-1997, Scott Yoder. We discuss his journey from small-town Iowa to starting in the Big Ten. We also discuss playing against Nick in high school, and shows off his vintage Shank Gear clothing (company Nick and I started after college).


00:00 Scott's introduction to cut blocking

01:51 High School Football Memories

02:46 Revisiting Old Games and Stats

05:38 Punting Prowess and Rivalries

10:24 Recruitment Journey

24:34 College Football Transition

37:33 Simeon Rice's Memorable Hit

37:58 Traveling and First Experiences

38:32 Sophomore Year Struggles

40:16 Learning the Defensive Playbook

41:48 Nightmares and Failure Dreams

43:32 Recurring Nightmares

45:22 Signal Calls and Defensive Responsibilities

48:45 The Pressure of Being a Walk-On

57:38 Weight Training and College Adjustments

01:03:35 Special Teams and First Game Experiences

01:14:00 Memorable Football Hits and Lessons Learned

01:16:13 Coaching and Arena Football Adventures

01:20:06 Transitioning from Coaching to Scouting

01:28:23 Family and Athletic Legacy

01:31:38 Reflecting on Past Choices and Career Paths

01:33:22 Nostalgia and Old Memorabilia

01:34:20 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans


You can learn more about Scott Yoder at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=1891


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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