Brion and Nick interview former Iowa defensive end Larry Blue. He was a big recruit out of Long Island, and came to Iowa to play for Bernie Wyatt. He played as a true freshman, but missed the 1990 Rose Bowl season due to injury. Injuries also kept him out of the NFL, but he was part of the initial Iowa Barnstormers arena team, competing in two Arena Bowls and playing with Kurt Warner.

We asked Larry about playing football and lacrosse in high school, the shock of coming to Iowa to play college football, his favorite memories at Iowa, and his post-Iowa football career.

We also discussed:

01:07 Introduction and Welcome

01:44 Transition to Iowa: From Concrete Jungle to Cornfields

04:28 High School Rivals and Early Football Memories

14:07 Recruitment Journey: From East Coast to Iowa

28:06 First Year at Iowa: Realizing the Challenge

39:15 Freshman Year Bragging Rights

40:36 First Game Nerves

43:16 Sophomore Year Setbacks

45:02 Overcoming Injuries and Redshirting

49:27 Adapting to College Football

53:36 Coaching Changes and Challenges

01:00:49 Memorable Games and Moments

01:06:55 Senior Year and Leadership

01:24:20 Reflecting on College Football Days

01:25:02 Transitioning to Professional Football

01:36:08 Arena Football Adventures

01:54:34 Life After Football

01:57:33 Final Thoughts and Farewells

Learn more about Larry Blue at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=275

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.

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