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Overview

This episode of the Dominique Foxworth Show features former NFL cornerback Champ Bailey. They discuss various topics, including Bailey's career, the current state of the NFL, and notable players they've played with. Bailey shares his insights on coaching, the evolution of the game, and his experiences playing alongside legends like Deion Sanders and Darrell Green. They also reminisce about memorable games and moments, including the infamous Ben Watson chase-down play.

Champ Bailey's Approach to the Game
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  Champ Bailey believes in demanding to cover the top receivers, a practice he thinks is fading in today's NFL.
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  He considers himself one of the best cornerbacks of all time, attributing his success to his well-rounded skills and ability to demand the toughest assignments.
- 🧠 Bailey emphasizes the importance of technique, particularly footwork, over physicality in playing cornerback.
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  He observes that the emphasis on offensive play in today's NFL makes it harder for defensive backs to excel, despite the increase in passing.
Reflections on Washington Commanders' Ownership and Culture
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  Bailey reflects on his time with the Washington Commanders, suggesting his trade was influenced by the ownership change and lack of established relationships rather than his on-field performance.
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  He believes the team's culture shifted with the arrival of new ownership, leading to a decline in leadership and a less supportive environment.
Memorable Teammates and Opponents
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  Bailey expresses admiration for former teammate Darrell Green's exceptional footwork and athleticism, even in retirement.
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  He recounts playing with colorful personalities like Deion Sanders and Brian Dawkins, highlighting their unique approaches to the game.
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  Bailey acknowledges Ben Watson's speed, referencing the famous 100-yard interception return where Watson chased him down.
Thoughts on the Modern NFL
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  Bailey questions whether modern quarterbacks lack the field general qualities of previous generations, as suggested by Tom Brady.
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  He acknowledges Patrick Surtain II as a highly skilled cornerback but hesitates to compare him directly due to the differences in the eras they played in.
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  Bailey expresses excitement for the upcoming season, particularly the competition in the AFC West and the potential for someone to dethrone the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Champ Bailey joins the show and discusses his NFL career
Champ talks about why he didn't follow around the top receivers when he played with Dominique.
Champ believes he is the best corner of all time.
Champ compares the passing game in today's NFL to when he played.
Champ discusses the challenges of playing cornerback in today's NFL
Champ believes that defensive coordinators are smarter than offensive-minded guys.
Champ compares himself to Patrick Surtain II.
Champ talks about the receiver he would least like to cover in today's NFL.
Champ talks about his time in Washington
Champ talks about his relationship with the Washington Commanders.
Champ and Dominique discuss the trade that sent Champ to the Denver Broncos.
Champ talks about the culture change in Washington after Daniel Snyder bought the team.
Champ discusses his alma mater, the University of Georgia
Champ talks about the Georgia Bulldogs football team and his former teammate, Kirby Smart, who is now the head coach.
Champ talks about how often he gets back to Georgia and involved in the football program.
Champ discusses coaching and the things that young quarterbacks don't know
Champ talks about the importance of teaching technique to young players.
Champ explains why he doesn't want to coach football.
Champ and Dominique discuss their experiences playing with other great players
Champ talks about the importance of having a good cornerbacks coach.
Champ talks about learning how to play cornerback from Darrell Green.
Champ talks about what it was like to play with Deion Sanders and Darrell Green in Washington.
Champ and Dominique discuss various NFL storylines and players
Champ talks about Sean Payton's struggles in Denver.
Champ discusses the storylines and players he's excited about for the upcoming NFL season.
Champ talks about Travis Hunter playing both ways in college football and whether or not he should pursue that at the professional level.
Champ answers history questions about his NFL career
Champ talks about playing in Super Bowl XLVIII after coming back from a foot injury.
Champ talks about the craziest players he's ever played with.
Champ discusses the famous play where he was chased down by Ben Watson.
Dominique shares his experience playing with Champ
Dominique talks about how Champ positively influenced him early in his career.
Dominique discusses what it was like to play with Champ and how he realized Champ was a different class of athlete.
Dominique talks about Champ's incredible 2005 season where he had 10 interceptions and didn't allow a single touchdown.