Brion and Nick interview former NFL running back and Hawkeye wide receiver and running back, Ronnie Harmon. We discuss his attitude about interviews, his interactions with coaches and teammates, the frustration with moving to wide receiver, his pro career and his recent return to Iowa City to celebrate the 1985 Rose Bowl team.
Note: We do not get into specific games and plays, so if you're looking for those insights, check out his interview with Pat Harty back in 2020 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmN1Od-NjGs).
00:00 The Unspoken Connection with Chuck
01:26 Welcome to the Podcast
01:44 Introduction
02:05 Revisiting Iowa After 30 Years
06:27 Growing Up in Queens and Early Football Days
13:58 The Recruiting Journey and College Transition
44:57 The Struggles of Motivation and Desire as Wide Receiver
45:47 Challenges of Balancing Life and Football
46:13 Transitioning Back to Running Back
48:41 The Mental and Emotional Toll of Sports
52:05 The Importance of Team and Mentorship
01:27:01 A Memorable 95-Yard TD by Billy Happel
01:28:01 Journey to the NFL
01:31:24 Life in the NFL: The Business Side
01:33:14 Mastering the Receiver Role
01:55:25 Seeking Autographs and Reflections
You can learn more about Ronnie Harmon at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=45
Links
- Interview with Pat Harty in 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmN1Od-NjGs
- Derrick Harmon: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derrick_Harmon_(running_back)
- Ronnie Harmon: https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=45
- Kevin Harmon: https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=769
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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