But words, even the sort of eloquent prose of which Im rarely capable, carry little gravitas at these times. It'll be his faith that will let him stand strong, but that doesn't mean it's easy.'. If there ever was a model for fatherhood in a business that is not conducive to good, consistent parenting, it is Dungy. Not one of us here probably actually KNEW himbut we can recognize that the fact that this child died is a sad one. I want you to know there is a peace in your mind through Gods spirit when you know Jesus and know you will be in heaven with Him.. Regarding religion, I mentioned it fairly obliquely in an earlier post (and am no fan of the president's injection if it all over), Sean #19, but all accounts indicate that it IS a cornerstone of Dungy's personality and is very pertinent here. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. Tony Dungys Wife, Children. My thoughts will be with the Dungy family as they go through this. Editors have a pet term, weighing in, on such stories. And the fact that he DID seem to be a good person may cause some to think it's even more sad. It can be utterly bewildering and it leaves those behind in a state of complete emotional desolation. There is very little on this website or any other that anyone KNOWS about any topic. The Dungys don't know my family from anyone either, but our thoughts will be with them. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. Kathy. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. Instead of owning up to his anti-Sam homophobia, Dungy tries to put the distraction nonsense and Oprah Winfrey behind the TV show behind the claim that he doesnt want Sam on his team. . "It certainly keeps things in perspective," two-time MVP quarterback Peyton Manning said. The death of 18-year-old James Dungy, the son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has been ruled a suicide, a medical examiner said Friday. LUTZ, Fla. (Feb. 17, 2006) -- The death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy was ruled a suicide, a medical examiner said. Tony Dungys eldest son, Jamie Dungy, died three days before Christmas in 2005. Tony Dungy took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. From 1996 to 2001 he was the coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His sons, James and Eric, were well known by the players and often watched games from the sideline but had to earn the right to do so with good behavior. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' How to explain to my five year-old son why I'll be crying when I watch Saturday's game even worse (you parents out there will understand) my son will pat me on the back and say "It's okay, Dad.". My best wishes to the Dungy family. "This morning, it was so surreal. This strain of mental illness seems to run strong through my dad's side of the family, although our immediate branch hasn't felt it yet. Very heartfelt reactions from Mortenson & Pasquarelli on ESPN.com. ), the slippery slope ends at that level of personal pain and dissapointment. No parent should have to bury their child. Tony Dungy voices the pain & lessons from his sons suicide Well do what he does and what he wishes. . He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. Everyone was hoping Michaels old NBC partner, Cris Collinsworth, would be assigned Coach Dungy has left the team temporarily to go to Tampa. I've never really thought of Dungy as a great coach, and I'm not a fan of the teams he has worked for, but he has always struck me as a non-a_s in a buisness full of them. I'm not religious. James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. If anyone except Starshatterer had the opinion that I was comparing you to a member of the Bush family, or if anyone thought I was denigrating your intelligence or implying I was smarter than anyone else in this thread, I sincerely and humbly apologize. TransProfessionals est une compagnie ne en Grande-Bretagne et maintenant installe au Benin. James stood 6-foot-7 and was sometimes was mistaken for one of his father's players, The Indianapolis Star reported on its Web site. Class. This is the great tragedy, because they can't tell you what they were thinking when they did it, including most of the ones who survive their attempt. . I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.'. After three years in that role, he joined the Minnesota Vikings in the same capacity. This California farm kingdom holds a key, These are the 101 best restaurants in Los Angeles, New Bay Area maps show hidden flood risk from sea level rise and groundwater. This is the way a Christian man should coach a team, punter Hunter Smith said. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. , , . With the conclusion of their 2022 season, the Patriots 2023 slate of opponents has been set. He's the man who turned around the Buccaneers and did with such grace and class. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose On this edition of PatriotsAllAccesspresented by GEICO,we discuss many of the looming issues for the Patriots heading into the off-season, with the players lamenting the missed opportunity this year. Dungy took over as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1996 and was fired in 2001. What Dungy forgets is the reckoning of the book of Proverbs, many of which Dungy has committed for not being the master of his true homophobia: a lying tongue a heart that devises wicked plans. Unless you asked him, you'd never know he was Tony Dungy's son.'. Players feel close to him as well as his family.". Tony Dungy sounds like hes at this game against his will lmfao Len (@Champ_Lion) January 15, 2023. Spot publicitaires, documentaires, films, programmes tl et diffusion internet, Cours de franais/anglais des fins professionnels, prparation aux examens du TOEFL, TOEIC et IELTS, Relve de la garde royale Buckingham Palace, innovation technologique et apprentissage rapide. WebJamie Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas in 2005. His football team means a lot to him. Uncategorized UPDATE: WTHR has now removed any mention of suicide from its Web site. *please forgive the masculinity of the noun/pronouns - I'm not a fan of "his/her". Tragedies and death happen all too frequently in our lives. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. Not rumors about coaches and executives on the hot seat. However, I definitely did not have any intention of comparing anyone in this thread to George W. Bush. Dungy will always hold a special place for me as a Bucs fan. Admittedly more hack than wordsmith am I, so there isnt a single syllable of this column that can adequately console the Dungy family on their loss, or even remotely make sense of the situation. A death investigation is underway, but the sheriff's office says there's a high probability that the death of James Dungy was a suicide. With much love A graduate of Occidental College, hes a two-time winner of California Sportswriter of the Year and first place for beat writing by Associated Press Sports Editors. No votes so far! I know what Tony's thinking. May the Dungy family find strength in the days ahead. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. The second oldest of five children, James Dungy attended Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. "There's no words to describe it. He is often regarded as one of the NFLs bigwigs and an ambassador for the league and the game. I don't know any of these people personally. So when the ESPN.com editors dispatched an e-mail Thursday morning, seeking a reactionary column to the death of James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy and his wife, Lauren, I approached the laptop keyboard with this firsthand reality: Not even the greatest literary giants of this or any other time are capable of crafting words sufficient to assuage the profound grief that is inherent to the passing of any parents child. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. All Rights Reserved. "I don't think there's anyone here that would wish to play a football game under these circumstances, but it's our obligation and we'll fulfill that obligation because that's what Tony wants us to do," Polian said. Powered by. Dear Coach Dungy, It may take therapy, but I'm OK with that. Anybody who knows Tony Dungy understands these emotions. he deserves and needs as much time as he needs to be with his family. My love is with you and your family. Michael Conroy, Associated Press. ESPN makes him a rich man. "I liked James a lot.". I swear I feel like the wind just got knocked out of me. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. I will happily admit that I was expressing my well-backed-up opinion of how the media presents the "news". If I used colorful terminology, well, I am prone to do that. Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy made an appearance at a political event Monday afternoon with Ron DeSantis of Florida Gov. I know what! Coach Dungys close to a lot of these players. Players feel close to him as well as his family.. Site by Mere. BTW, it's helped reading through this thread; thanks. Sorry. I know it hurts. When I broke the news by telephone to Tom Jackson, my ESPN colleague, we could not disguise our broken voices and tears. (work) The quote from the anchor, "This is a bad week for Tony Dungy. I hope Dungy finds enough love to get on. Hope the humor came through in a non-tacky fashion. I'm not an elected official. - 22 , : . "It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least," Polian said. - , , ? ``He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field,' fullback Mike Alstott said. I'm a single dad raising 3 boys..a few mos ago I had a vivid dream that my 4 yr old had died, luckily I awoke to see him in bed with me. I dont often agree with Samurai, but there is a proper place for religious expression, and this would be it. He began coaching in 1980, as defensive backs coach at the University of Minnesota, his alma mater. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission met on Jan. 5, 2023, to consider the application for Summit Carbon Solutions. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colt Coach Tony Dungy, was found dead early Thursday of an apparent suicide in his apartment in the Tampa, ESPN reports that the ME issued a preliminary finding determining suicide. ", She said Dungy "was just a really good kid, very laid-back. 37: there usually is not a heck of a lot of doubt what occured given the method one has chosen to commit suicide. (going to find kids and hug the bejesus out of them). This morning, it was so surreal., She said Dungy was just a really good kid, very laid-back. , SIT. Harris' son Dok told The Associated The mood was somber Thursday at the Buccaneers' practice facility, located near the airport where the Colts' plane that brought Tony Dungy to Florida was parked. Wow, I don't think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. . For all any of us know Tony Dungy might be a rapist or something. The Associated Press contributed to this report. "The whole family is good people. April 12, 2022 It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose famous father was the highly successful head coach of the Indianapolis Colts and is now a studio analyst for NBCs Football Night in America. This just hits you like a ton of bricks. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. My goal is to fill a couple of tables with my players the day before the game. Who is new Runnin Ute Keba Keita and how is Utahs 2022-23 roster shaping up? I imagine there have been many of us around this league at every level feeling the same lows. There's no appropriate or sufficient comment. I heard. That's a shame. I believe its the way Jesus would coach a team.. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. According to the medical examiners office, Dungey was found and bitten by his girlfriend on December 22, less than half an hour after she was last seen alive. He was cracking jokes, just being himself, she told the Associated Press. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. Saying "sorry" and "peace" doesn't make up for generally dumping on them, nor does blaming me for your insensitivity. Carter said ``nothing evident' was amiss in the apartment, but declined to discuss details. However, Dungi also faces controversies with some of its religious and political stances. I said he would do his job if his bosses told him to. Don Parcells, brother of Dallas Cowboys coach Bill Parcells, died of brain cancer in New Jersey at age 62; Steve Belichick, father of New England Patriots' coach Bill Belichick, died at 86. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. We know you are here for the FREE analytics, not the ads. LUTZ, Fla. (Dec. 22, 2005) -- James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead in a Tampa-area apartment. . People ask how I could come back to work so soon. I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.". Chris Mortenson? Dungy's girlfriend found him on Dec. 22 less than a half hour after he was last seen alive, according to the medical examiner's office. , , , , -SIT . ``The thoughts and prayers of everyone in this building are with Tony and (wife) Lauren, their children and their extended family, and for the repose of James' soul,' Polian said at a news conference at the Colts' training facility in Indianapolis. Todd asked. no way in hell! So when Dungy showed up at a press conference to stand behind Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as he signed a $70 million bill that prioritizes resources for Florida fathers, many people were surprised. I dont think theres anyone here that would wish to play a football game under these circumstances, but its our obligation and well fulfill that obligation because thats what Tony wants us to do, Polian said. Counting down the top 10 plays from the Patriots 2022 season as ranked by Patriots.com. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. I would not care one iota if he did not coach the rest of the year. In December authorities ruled out foul play. Coach Dungy you and your family I am so sorry my heart and prayers go out to you. Update: Chris Mortensen puts this tragedy into perspective: When I woke up this morning, I had a lot on my plate. The celebrity imposed upon Tony Dungy and his family because of his station in life will neither lessen nor exacerbate what certainly must be the most painful experience imaginable. James Dungy, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has died, hospital spokesman says. Some people feel the need to be snarky and cynical no matter what the topic is. You have never done anything wrong to me, and even if you had, I don't think it likely that I would waste my valuable-to-me time insulting you on a message board as my way of response. I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.". Tony Dungy is a married man and he is married to Lauren Harris Dungy, who is a teacher by profession. I'm not personally affronted. Fire rescue and deputies went there because of a call from his roommates and girlfriend. Instead, they must lean on each other and, even more so, on faith. God bless you and your family If there is anything that I can do please dont hesitate to ask. ", She said Dungy "was just a really good kid, very laid-back. ``Nobody likes to see that. Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. Dec 22, 2005 at 01:00 AM. Football Outsiders content published by ESPN. But some good things have come out of it.. Tony Dungy took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. no. Allthat and more on this episode of PatriotsAllAccess. It gets worse. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colt Coach Tony Dungy, was found dead early Thursday of an apparent suicide in his apartment in the Tampa, Fla., area, the Hillsborough County sheriffs office said. And it wasnt even my child. ! The class that Dungy showed when he was coaching the Bucs made me a Bucs fan, and I was overjoyed when he came to Indianapolis. I heard about this on FOX News. Wow, I dont think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. dressed in a tutu carrying a parasol if they told him to. Most of the posts on this thread have been very thoughtful, and all I can say is kudos to you all for showing your own humanity at, of all places, an NFL analysis website. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Don't make me laugh. The latest round has brought everyone back to the surface, even though there is no public evidence to that effect (of course, homosexuality in Breitbart calls the question of ones sexual orientation an assault). New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a ``very, very good kid. Toxicology results have now turned up negative, except for caffeine and medication paramedics used in attempts to resuscitate the teen, Lee said. This is the number 1 question I get from people regarding Dungey. A man who loves other men? One who kills wife and one who kills dog? Does Mike McDaniel Have Tricks Up His Sleeve? But the two-time Super Bowl winner said one coaching opportunity got him Tony's got tremendous faith, and that's what will carry Tony through," said Bucs defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin, who worked for Dungy at Tampa Bay. , . Wow, Dungy is having a bad week. I'm really going to be OK, at least my mother says so, and my wife seems to still love me. LUTZ, Fla. (AP) -- James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead in a Tampa-area apartment Thursday. 0. James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. , , , , , , . He is active in All-Pro Dad, a Tampa-based resource group that provides assistance and advice to fathers. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. When the team tried to hire his replacement before bothering to fire him, he left town with his head held high, as always taking the high road. C.E. Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position, and had recently visited North Central. And in 2014 he openly made homophobic remarks about gay NFL player Michael Sam, saying that if he were still a coach he would not have drafted the player because of it. Arizona coach Dennis Green, who was Minnesota's head coach when Dungy was the team's defensive coordinator, said he was ``devastated' to hear the news. Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. I am a student and a blogger all alone, Gurmeet. . He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. Shalandra. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension his football family here with the Colts.". ``If James wasn't here, it was like: `Where's James?' But we are not alone GOD is bigger than anything in this very small world. 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