The Other Tom Green Show | Episode 23 with Steve Foley

Steve Foley’s Broncos career spanned one of the most transformative periods in team history, from the emergence of the Orange Crush defense to the dawn of the John Elway era. In this conversation, Foley walks through how his quarterback background shaped his instincts as a defensive back, why preparation and anticipation mattered more than speed, and how defensive coordinator Joe Collier found pre-snap tells long before advanced analytics existed. Foley revisits the intensity of the Raiders rivalry, the Broncos’ first Super Bowl appearance, and the controversial moments that defined that game. He also reflects on coaching influences like Johnny Robinson and Richie McCabe, the physicality of the era, and the mental discipline required to survive at cornerback and safety. The episode closes with Foley explaining the moment he knew his career was complete, why he chose to walk away healthy, and how he views today’s Broncos defensive lineage.00:00:00 – Broncos Super Bowl history and defining franchise eras01:14 – Steve Foley introduction and Hall of Fame recognition02:12 – Record-setting 44th interception and early career reflections03:44 – Team continuity then vs. now and the business of football04:27 – Tulane to the pros: leverage, rival leagues, and opportunity05:45 – Quarterback background and transition to defensive back07:10 – Johnny Robinson’s mentorship and life-changing perspective09:15 – Mental toughness, competition, and surviving in the NFL10:30 – Early pro challenges and navigating unstable leagues11:58 – Path back to Denver and becoming a Broncos starter13:32 – Rookie season, facing Dan Fouts, and early interceptions15:15 – Reading quarterbacks and playing the ball as a DB16:32 – Playing opposite Louis Wright and advice for modern corners18:03 – Broncos cornerback lineage and Patrick Surtain II discussion19:56 – Birth of the Orange Crush defense21:18 – Joe Collier’s genius and pre-snap tells23:16 – Raiders rivalry and AFC Championship intensity25:33 – Super Bowl XII and the controversial Butch Johnson catch26:20 – Richie McCabe and defensive fundamentals28:54 – Move to free safety and seeing the whole field29:56 – Earl Campbell collision and physical football stories31:31 – 1984 Snow Game vs Packers and lessons from bad conditions33:21 – Elway era begins and Super Bowl XXI vs Giants35:19 – Fake punt and fake field goal stories36:31 – Final Super Bowl run and missed opportunities38:43 – The moment Foley knew it was time to retire40:39 – Retirement conversations and end of an era42:08 – Coaching considerations and choosing family44:54 – Ranking Broncos safeties across eras46:15 – Being a white cornerback and Riley Moss comparison47:30 – Growing up undersized and late physical development49:14 – Tulane career stories and defining college moments52:25 – Greatest wins and toughest opponents54:07 – The Drive season and legacy moments55:19 – Ring of Fame meaning and family pride57:05 – Final reflections and farewell57:51 – Show outro and Colorado Sports Hall of Fame plug‘OTGS’ is sponsored in part by American FinancingVisit: AmericanFinancing.net/GreenNMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well-qualified borrowers. Call 855-581-5828 for details about credit costs and terms, or visit AmericanFinancing.net/GreenFurniture provided by Furniture Rowdenvermattress.furniturerow.com#OTGS #Broncos #DenverBroncos #NFLPlayoffs #BoNix #SeanPayton #DenverSports #americanfinancing #furniturerow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.