November 12, 2025
“Duck” Hodges on his NFL Journey, Steelers Fame, and Fiancé Lainey Wilson
Like a FarmerAbout this episode
Devlin “Duck” Hodges joins Like A Farmer to share how a small-town kid with a duck call and a dream became a college record-breaker, NFL quarterback, and Pittsburgh Steelers folk hero. Duck opens up about his passion for duck hunting, how he became a national calling champ, and the unexpected path that took him from Samford to the Steel City. He also shares the story of his first date and engagement with country superstar Lainey Wilson. From hunting blinds to the bright lights, it’s a story of grit, grace, and good timing. Subscribe and leave a review to support the show! Chapters: (0:00) – Welcome Duck Hodges! (1:00) – The Passion for Duck Hunting + Duck Calling Champ (5:30) – Ducks Unlimited (8:00) – Nothing Like a CASE KNIFE (10:00) – Being Engaged to Lainey Wilson (12:50) – Pittsburgh Steelers (19:45) – Give ‘Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS (24:30) – Top 3 Lainey Wilson Songs + Their First Date Story (29:00) – College Football Offers + Setting Records at Samford (31:00) – Tryouts with the Giants and Steelers + Ben Roethlisberger (38:00) – Club Country (43:00) – The Rural American Lifestyle (49:00) – What’s Next for Duck Hodges? Shop Like a Farmer merch at https://shop.agamericamedia.com/ Follow along: IG: https://www.instagram.com/likeafarmerpodcast/ FB: https://facebook.com/likeafarmer TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@likeafarmerpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/likeafarmer_ About Like A Farmer: Like a Farmer is a podcast and video series that spotlights accomplished individuals from diverse industries and their inspiring stories of overcoming adversity and achieving success. Come along for this fun ride and meet some inspiring folks along the way: https://agamericamedia.com/ Contact us at: info@likeafarmer.com Powered by: AgAmerica Media Our Supporters: Tecovas - Western wear and cowboy boots for everyone: https://www.tecovas.com/likeafarmer Outlaw Beer - Crack open an Outlaw Light, America's Fastest Growing Light Beer🍻 Where to buy: https://outlawbeer.com/where-to-buy/ Case Knives - Built for the hard work in the field and Every Day Capable so you can keep your hands sharp, no matter the task. Check them out here: https://www.caseknives.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.