As a Cyclone, Bock played lineman both on offense and defense although his strongest position was offensive guard. He started all 26 games of his college career and earned all-Big Six Conference honors all three years as well.[1] He was co-captain of the 7–1–1 1938 team which is considered one of the greatest teams in school history.[2] That same season, he was named Iowa State's first ever unanimous first team All-American.[3]
At the conclusion of his senior season, Bock played in the East–West Shrine Game, the Chicago Tribune College All-Star Game and the Dallas Dream Game at the Cotton Bowl against the Green Bay Packers. Upon graduation, Bock was offered a contract to play professional football after being drafted the Chicago Bears.[4] He opted to stay at Iowa State and coach the line while working on his master's degree in mechanical engineering.[5]
Once Bock completed his master's degree, he accepted a job with Monsanto. He worked his way up and was president and CEO by the time of his retirement in 1972.[5]