My love is with you and your family. Very heartfelt reactions from Mortenson & Pasquarelli on ESPN.com. Who cares now that Dungys Indianapolis Colts are 13-1 and not 14-0? If I have insulted you, please understand that I do not know you and do not have any personal axes to grind with you or (almost) anyone else. Officials said James Dungy was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida. When I broke the news by telephone to Tom Jackson, my ESPN colleague, we could not disguise our broken voices and tears. . Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. LnGrrrR, sorry, I'm the one who deleted both posts you responded to. But some good things have come out of it.. 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. James used to be a ball boy for the Bucs and was often seen on the sidelines at Indy games, yukking it up with players. You know Tony, how he raised a family," Edwards said from Jets training camp in Hempstead, N.Y. "A tragedy. *please forgive the masculinity of the noun/pronouns - I'm not a fan of "his/her". Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. , , Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. Assistant Jim Caldwell will coach the team in Dungys absence. Tony Dungy will not be with the team Saturday when the Colts play at Seattle. with Tony Dungy | January 30, 2013 00:00 R F 00:00 Tony Dungy shares what he's learned from his sons Eric, Jordan, and James. 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. Team President Bill Polian said Caldwell will take over Tonys duties for however long Tony may be away.. :). sportsjone ", "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 team's training facility in Indianapolis. 0. I imagine there have been many of us around this league at every level feeling the same lows. A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment Thursday. 21 - CatSam - well, I DID say I was sorry. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. I belong to a place situated at the head of The India, The City of temples, the city of love and passion, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir. Discover something new every day from News, Sports, Finance, Entertainment and more! Dear Coach Dungy, James and his younger brother, Eric, sometimes watched Colts games from the sidelines, but they had to earn it by doing well in school. Dont we get enough of that from the president? Editors have a pet term, weighing in, on such stories. I believe its the way Jesus would coach a team.. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. 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. Speaking at an Athlete in Action (AIA) breakfast, six weeks after the funeral, the coach spoke publicly about Jamies death: It was hard, and it was painful, but it was as painful as , there were some good things that came out of it.. After welcoming the team back on Sunday night, Zac and Doug Ventola received an invitation from Robert Kraft for a surprise return to Gillette Stadium. . And also, if 200 people say they witnessed something, and the claim is not incredible, it is good reason to believe said claim. I know what Tony's thinking. This is horrible for anybody to go through. May the Dungy family find strength in the days ahead. DETROIT (BP)An emotional Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy, in his first speaking engagement since his sons funeral, headlined the 19th annual Athletes in Action Super Bowl breakfast Saturday morning at the Super Bowl XL headquarters hotel in Detroit. James Dungy, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has died, hospital spokesman says. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. They don't need him - he needs them. C.E. May GOD BLESS US ALL. suicide (and I pray that it isn't) I hope people can keep their mouths or keyboards quiet regarding speculating Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. James Dungy's girlfriend found him when she returned to the Campus Lodge Apartments at about 1:30 a.m., Hillsborough County Sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. A man's* business between him and his god is his OWN business, and I don't want anything to do with anybody else's. I'm not personally affronted. Because were loved by God and the pain allows us to head back to our Father. 30. James Dungy hanged himselfon Dec. LUTZ, Fla. (Feb. 17, 2006) The death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy was ruled a Instead, they must lean on each other and, even more so, on faith. 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 hanged himself from a bedroom ceiling fan with a leather belt, Dr. Jacqueline Lee of the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner's Office wrote in her final autopsy report. First, you are right, not that it is germane to your point nor to this thread, I do, in fact, have a very low opinion of the president. The Colts (13-1) are at Seattle on Saturday, and team president Bill Polian said that assistant head coach Jim Caldwell has taken over for Dungy. ``It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least,' Polian said. It'll be his faith that will let him stand strong, but that doesn't mean it's easy.'. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. James Dungy hanged himself in December.February 17, 2006 at 12:00 am. And my condolences to the Dungy family as well. Update: Chris Mortensen puts this tragedy into perspective: When I woke up this morning, I had a lot on my plate. This morning, it was so surreal., She said Dungy was just a really good kid, very laid-back. I don't know any of these people personally. 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. He led the Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI, making him the first black head coach to win a Super Bowl. ``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. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Im afraid for her life: Riverside CC womens coach harassed after Title IX suit, Six people, including mother and baby, killed in Tulare County; drug cartel suspected, Want to solve climate change? But God had the same choice 2,000 years ago with His Son, Jesus Christ, and it paved the way for you and me to have eternal life. This just hits you like a ton of bricks. Dungy's son's death a suicide: medical examiner | CBC Sports Loaded. My heart will also reach out to his girlfriend who loved him very much. I've seen what suicide can do to a family, and it's not pretty. While this happened several years ago, Dungy spent part of his social capital in 2007 in Indiana to raise thousands of dollars to fight against marriage equality, saying that if you are with God you should be for gay people. Associated Press Writers Cliff Brunt in Indianapolis and Mitch Stacy in Tampa, Fla., and AP Sports Writer Andrea Adelson in New York contributed to this report. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' He said he has received dozens of letters from people who heard him speak at his sons funeral or at a Colts news conference on the peace and assurance he has in his sons salvation and eternal destination. WTHR in Indianapolis reports: The 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts Coach Tony Dungy has been found dead at the Campus Lodge apartments in Lutz, Florida. "Tony Dungy = Grade A Class Act. But all eyes were on Dungy, who was given two standing ovations in telling of the pain and the lessons from his sons suicide in December. "He was cracking jokes, just being himself," she said. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. - , , ? My condolences to the Dungy family, this is tragic. were not. 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. I'll come out and say that there are no lines here to read between - I'm saying exactly what I mean. Dungey got into hot water after defending John Gruden just before an email showing the former Raiders coach using homophobic language. In December authorities ruled out foul play. Unless you asked him, youd never know he was Tony Dungys son.. The Dungys moved to Indianapolis in 2002 after Tony Dungy was fired by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he coached from 1996 to 2001. He was struggling with the things of the world and took his own life. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. Football Outsiders content published by ESPN. Tony Dungys Wife, Children. It's just some people saying he seemed to be a really classy person, and they are sad that a classy person passed on. It can be utterly bewildering and it leaves those behind in a state of complete emotional desolation. . A sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance took him to University Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Dungy is immensely popular around the NFL and known for his soft-spoken style, ever-steady leadership and commitment to balancing family life with football a rare trait in NFL coaches. The Colts (13-1) travel to Seattle for a game Saturday, and team president Bill Polian said assistant head coach Jim Caldwell will take over "for however long Tony will be away, and however long he will be away is entirely up to him. No parent should have to bury their child. Wow, Dungy is having a bad week. You know Tony, how he raised a family," Edwards said from Jets training camp in Hempstead, N.Y. "A tragedy. Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position. I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.". "I liked James a lot.". His faith and his family mean more, which is why this loss cannot be compared to any other Dungy has experienced. The first is his very public homosexuality. Keep on trusting in him and hold on to his unchanging hands and it will be alright. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. with, one Tony Dungy, thirty years ago. May God watch over you and give you all you need at this awful time. I will even resist the urge to make derogatory comments about religion being shovelled into the thread. James Dungy was a frequent visitor to the Bucs' practices and games when his father coached the team. Period. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. While that may be true, I believe that Chris Mortensen would probably refuse to do so, as well as a few other of their football guys, out of personal respect. The Patriots will pick 14th overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Entry Draft. ``It kind of diminishes our school family,' he said. We take a look back at rookie defensive back Marcus Jones' season scoring in all three phases. I hope the rest of the Dungy family lives long and healthy lives. BTW, it's helped reading through this thread; thanks. The Colts (13-1) will play Dec. 24 at Seattle, and team president Bill Polian said that assistant head coach Jim Caldwell has taken over for Dungy. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. Even IF Dungy wasn't a great person, that doesn't mean that the loss of his child isn't disheartening. I understand you apologized, but what else do you think people would talk about in a thread about a coach's son dying and that same coach having a strong religous faith? You have never done anything wrong to me, and even if you had, I dont think it likely that I would waste my valuable-to-me time bothering you on a message board as my way of response. Kathy. . There is no evidence to contradict that at this time.. My condolences to the Dungy family. Coach Dungy's close to a lot of these players. Dec 22, 2005 at 01:00 AM. Tony Dungy is widely recognized for his community involvement and the respect with which he treats his players. 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.". 6 comments. Instagram / Kevin Nash Kevin Nash said doctors told him his son Tristen might have died from I have witnessed the raw emotion that accompanies such a tragic event. Owner Jim Irsay and Polian met with team officials and players to break the news. - The son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy used a belt to hang himself from a ceiling fan, according to the 911 call the teen's girlfriend made when she found him This horrible loss makes all of us remember how precious life and children are. It gets worse. Sorry. , . Not Christmas. Re: #50 I know how he'll handle it. Coach Dungy you and your family I am so sorry my heart and prayers go out to you. Honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his long and distinguished reporting in the field of pro football, Sam Farmer has covered the NFL for 25 seasons. 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. For myself I absolutley don't 'understand' anything about the people I know who tried, even my own uncles. A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment. ``This morning, it was so surreal. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. I can't imagine the sorrow that Dungy feels right now, especially given the time of year. A week ago -- six days before his oldest son, James, was found dead at age 18 of an apparent suicide -- Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy sat in his office, talking How on Earth is that "speculating the worst about someone?" One thing that really bothers me about this is that I get the sneaking suspicion that the reason ESPN etc. I think that just shows you what kind of man he is.. You have to go with what you know when your world is upside down. James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. , . ``It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. Exclusive Premium Content For Subscribers. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. AP NEWS The Associated Press News Service, Copyright 2005, The Associated Press, All Rights Reserved. Among them, Dungy has long held some fairly outright anti-LGBTQ views. But it's probably healthier if he does. 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. 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. "The whole family is good people. The final results will take 4-6 weeks to determine, waiting for lab work. A look at the Patriots opponents from 2023 through 2024. People ask how I could come back to work so soon. I'm not an elected official. Truth be told, a parent who loses a child never has the hurt scarred, never grows a callous over the wound. WTHR in Indianapolis reports: The 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts Coach Tony Dungy has been found dead at the Campus Lodge apartments in Lutz, Florida. . 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. He's lucky to have it. " " - . He retired in 1980. ``I remember James, who was about 6 or 7 at the time, just loved being around the facility and the team and most of all being around his dad.'. 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. Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy watches from the sideline as his team defeats the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this season. He came to the hospital often, even after the season. Tune-in for an emergency Unfiltered podcast as Fred Kirsch, Paul Perillo and Mike Dussault discuss the news that the Patriots are working to extend Jerod Mayo's contract and will start interviewing for an offensive coordinator. , , . Excuse me, I meant to say that they are sad that the SON of a classy person passed on, as they probably assume that he raised his child in what seemed to be by all accounts a loving, caring atmosphere. , SIT. He shared the blame when Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. Their eldest son, James, was found dead at 18 years old in his apartment near Tampa, Fla., this morning. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. "It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. He was great, Stokley told the team website. If God had talked to me before James death and said his death would have helped all these people, it would have saved them and healed their sins, but I would have to take your son, I would have said no, I cant do that. Pence Leaves Colts Game Over Anthem Protest In Obviously Pre-Planned Stunt, Colts Quarterback Andrew Luck Retires At 29. But Dungy used the most important lesson to drive home his point before the packed ballroom full of former NFL players and coaches, league officials and fans. Tony Dungy is a Pro Football Hall of Fame head coach who won a Super Bowl with the Indianapolis Colts and a 13969 record in 13 years leading the Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. SIT, "-" , . First, the Colts lose to end their undefeated season" Yes, I'm sure that he's thinking, "If only we were still undefeated" My condolences to Tony Dungy and his family. Tony Dungy, son of Wilbur Dungy and Clomey Dungy, born in Jackson, Michigan, had a brief stint as a professional football player after his four-year stint playing quarterback for the University of Minnesota. He was part of this football team. The Associated Press contributed to this report. If the viewers would stand for and tune into them hounding the family all over the place, thats what they would be doing (or so their general conduct leads me to believe). 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. 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. As he did while delivering James eulogy in December, Dungy on Saturday spoke of him eloquently and steadily, speaking of lessons learned and of the positives taken from experience. He was so tall, it wasnt uncommon for him to be mistaken for a Colt player. April 12, 2022 ESPN makes him a rich man. James Dungy, son of Colts head coach Tony Dungy, has died of unknown causes: James Dungy, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has died, hospital spokesman says. Dungy again this year publicly declaring that he did not want Michael Sam on his team. 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. Jessica James, 18, who described herself as a close friend of James Dungy, said she and a group of friends went to the movies with him Monday night. he deserves and needs as much time as he needs to be with his family. Live with it or don't. At this time, it's a personal thing and he has to do what works for him. All I have is a broken heart for Tony and Lauren Dungy, parents of five children. 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. To take it a step further, speaking from experience and as nearly anyone who has gone through a VERY difficult time can tell you, getting on with life and focusing on something tangible and hopeful is much better than dwelling on negativity. He was pronounced dead there. Not the NFL games. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. Well, I think. 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. One who kills wife and one who kills dog? Martin, in his acceptance speech for the Bart Starr Award, said his faith in God helped him overcome a rocky beginning to his life, including family and friends being killed when he was young and an abusive home situation where his dad regularly beat his mom. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. "This morning, it was so surreal. 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. The Patriots are beginning a search for a new offensive coordinator next week. But if they believed for ONE SECOND that it would improve ratings by a tenth of a point, the kid gloves would come off so fast it would make you sick. James Dungy was a frequent visitor to the Bucs' practices and games when his dad coached the team. Benumbing does not begin to describe the experience. Celebritynetworth says Tony Dungy has a net worth of $10 million. I am sure glad he is a man of faith. LUTZ, FLA. James Dungy, 18, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead of an apparent suicide early Thursday, the sheriffs office said. The other, if the person who posted it is wondering why I deleted it, I encourage him to e-mail me. , . Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. 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. Anthony Kevin Dungy (born October 6, 1955) is a former American football safety and coach who served as head coach in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Indianapolis Colts. There were times 14 years ago, when my youngest brother died in an accident, when I saw my parents, who like Tony and Lauren Dungy are people of great faith and values, question everything. Tony is a class act and this is a huge tragedy for his entire family. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose famous father You are expressing your opinion just as much as I am expressing mine, but please let me take this paragraph and rephrase it for you: If I have bothered you, please understand that I do not know you and do not have any personal axes to grind with you or (almost) anyone else. Tony Dungy coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 2001. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead of an apparent suicide in his Tampa area apartment early Thursday morning. He was part of this football team. Copyright 2023 TransProfessionals. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. A feat that hasn't been accomplished since 1947. Love Tony Dungy, but this is not his strong suit. , . Ever get confused about the new stat in an article you read? I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. He also appreciated the words of parents who decided to reconnect with their children on a deeper level after listening to Coach Dungey. 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. He was part of this football team.". This is the number 1 question I get from people regarding Dungey. 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. The second oldest of five children, James Dungy attended Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. I will say that I'm glad that they did. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose Coach Dungy has left the team temporarily to go to Tampa. The Pac-12 and SEC commissioners will be bringing NIL issues to lawmakers, High school girls golf: 3A region recaps, Richfield, Morgan, Union and Judge Memorial claim region titles, High school boys soccer: 3A/2A second round recap from Wednesdays games, It reportedly wont be long until the Mountain West Conference eliminates divisions, Change may be on the way for the transfer portal and college football recruiting. puts alot of stuff into perspective. Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. The 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, I didnt know him personally, but from all the wonderful things people are saying hes one in an million. ESPN makes him a rich man. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. My sympathies are with you and your family @ this tragic time in your life. My thoughts and condolences go out to him and his extended family. LUTZ, Fla. (Feb. 17, 2006) The death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy has been ruled a suicide, a medical examiner said. Players with families, it certainly hits home. This is one of those situations where you don't know what to say. 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Tue Jan 17 - 02:00 PM | Thu Jan 19 - 11:55 AM. that the rescue crews tried to perform CPR makes it pretty clear what occured. With a heavy heart, Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy returned to his team Thursday, a week after his oldest son's death of an apparent suicide. She said an autopsy was pending. For all any of us know Tony Dungy might be a rapist or something. However, he was hospitalized for an attempted suicide in October, taking 14 painkillers. To say nothing, though, in such cases is to essentially be as hollow as the hollow words themselves, and so some sincere effort is surely in order. Tony Dungy = Grade A Class Act. Tony's a great person with a great family.". Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. Tony Dungy took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. ``Nobody likes to see that. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Wow, I don't think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. This is horrible, my heart breaks for Dungy and his family. "You hate to see anything like this happen," Reid said. MP3 Download Transcript Thats the benefit I got, thats the benefit James got and thats the benefit you can get if you accept Jesus into your heart today as your Savior.. I swear I am not talking to myself people. Even before this, I had hoped the Colts would win the Superbowl this year. I have watched my parents bury two of my four siblings, the most recent just six weeks ago, when we laid to rest my brother. It isn't like they were going to talk about the differences beween Ryu and Ken in Street Fighter Alpha or quantum physics. Until they heard that Tony Dungy would be accompanying him in the booth. , () (CRM), . Dungy told of two people having received the gift of sight from his sons donated corneas and of the youth to whom he has talked who are wrestling with similar problems as his son. 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