[1][2] Foley was a three-year starter at the University of Notre Dame under head coach Dan Devine.

Foley played left tackle and blocked for quarterback Joe Montana.

[3] In 1977, the Fighting Irish were voted consensus national champions after defeating the previously unbeaten and No.

During his senior year, Foley was named a team captain, along with running back Vagas Ferguson and safety Dave Waymer.

[1] Currently, Foley works at a life insurance and health group benefits company with his brother Dave Foley, who is a 1968 National Champion for the Ohio State Buckeyes and a former professional offensive lineman.