suicide (and I pray that it isn't) I hope people can keep their mouths or keyboards quiet regarding speculating A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment Thursday. It's probably more conducive to healing process than dwelling on negativity. My thoughts and condolences go out to him and his extended family. Copyright 2023 TransProfessionals. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a ``very, very good kid. It's rare for the Voweless Wonder, Trogdor, and I to have such agreement, but I think we would be able to supply you with any invective you might need in case of a response. Tony Dungy took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. Update: Chris Mortensen puts this tragedy into perspective: When I woke up this morning, I had a lot on my plate. We have the greatest role model there is in Tony Dungy. 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. Several people have used the word "class," and comporting oneself with class is a trait that can generally be observed from afar. ``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.'. James Dungy's girlfriend found him when she returned to the Campus Lodge Apartments at about 1:30 a.m., Carter said. 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. DeSantis has been in the news recently for signing and pushing for a Dont Say Gay bill, which bans Florida classroom instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity. 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. He led the Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI, making him the first black head coach to win a Super Bowl. James and his younger brother, Eric, sometimes watched Colts games from the sidelines, but they had to earn it by doing well in school. From 1996 to 2001 he was the coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Just an idea, but abandoning something that has occupied probably significantly more than 40 hours a week of the last who-knows-how-many years of Dungy's life might not be the best idea for him or anyone else. James Dungy's girlfriend found him It may take therapy, but I'm OK with that. 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. ``He just came in and tried to blend in and be a student,' Quandt said. 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. I didnt know him personally, but from all the wonderful things people are saying hes one in an million. In December authorities ruled out foul play. 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. It is not a crime to make money off 14m ago The Bergen Record Outpouring from social media after Devin Willock, Paramus Catholic alum, killed Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Responsible Gaming, Support Football Outsiders' independent media. My condolences to the Dungy family, this is tragic. Does Mike McDaniel Have Tricks Up His Sleeve? ', She said Dungy ``was just a really good kid, very laid-back. There were times, indeed, when I wondered whether they could survive such a tragedy. 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. "It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. I know how he'll handle it. "He was cracking jokes, just being himself," she said. The teens girlfriend called paramedics, who attempted to revive him. On Thursday, he was forced to identify a young man he fathered and, in so doing, to confront his own mortality. James Dungy hanged himself from a bedroom ceiling fan with a leather belt on December 22, Dr. Jacqueline Lee of the Hillsborough County Medical Examiners office wrote in her final autopsy report. Words are insufficent to this hideous situation, but if it is no way in hell! 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In her autopsy report, Dr. Jacqueline Lee of the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner's Office wrote that James Dungy hanged himself from a bedroom ceiling fan with a leather belt. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. It was tough, and it was very, very painful, but as painful as it was, there I don't recall anyone saying he was the "Best Human Ever." He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. 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. Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy watches from the sideline as his team defeats the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this season. dressed in a tutu carrying a parasol if they told him to. A look at the Patriots opponents from 2023 through 2024. Use promo code, Monday Wild-Card Liveblog: Cowboys at Buccaneers, Brady or Bust for Buccaneers Against Cowboys, 49ers, Bills Easily Pace Weighted DVOA Ratings, Bills vs. Bills; Bengals Survive; Giants Leap Forward, Sunday Wild-Card Liveblog: Bengals, Ravens Go for Round 3, Saturday Wild-Card Liveblog: Jaguars, Chargers Cap Night, Vikings Will Go as Far as Justin Jefferson Takes Them. It is, to be sure, an exercise in which a parent must plumb the depths of emotion and dip deep into the reservoir of faith. She called paramedics, who attempted to resuscitate the teen to no avail. " " - . But it bothers me that you feel the need to snark at all these people you and I both don't know, so I'm telling you about it. This just hits you like a ton of bricks. They will be in my prayers through this time of mourning. 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. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. Fire rescue and deputies went there because of a call from his roommates and girlfriend. Kathy. Hey Bobman, it's all good, I just think that religion should, in general, be a private thing. Mike Clemens, a farmer from Wimbledon, North Dakota, was literally (and figuratively) blown away, when his equipment shed collapsed under a snow load. My condolences to anyone for whom the Christmas season brings up painful memories. Don't we get enough of that from the president? buzzword, , . He would toe the company line. We take a look back at rookie defensive back Marcus Jones' season scoring in all three phases. 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? - . 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. 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 *please forgive the masculinity of the noun/pronouns - I'm not a fan of "his/her". 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. Outward homophobia and apparent disdain for gay people has led many to openly wonder whether Dungeys son, who killed himself in 2005 (may he rest in peace), was gay. Did you have a specific example of his lack of personal ethics and/or journalistic integrity, or is speculating the worst about a person, not insulting to you? The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. One I deleted just because I wanted to confine the topic to the right discussion thread. If I need more therapy, I may just try to endure the Brady/Manning thread from beginning to end. I don't know any of these people personally. 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. Show Notes About the Guest Tony Dungy, head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, shares what he's learned from his sons, Eric and Jordan, as well as his son James, who died in 2005. 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. "It certainly keeps things in perspective," two-time MVP quarterback Peyton Manning said. Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. Officials said James Dungy was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida. I'm just heartbroken at this news. Unless you asked him, youd never know he was Tony Dungys son.. My heart goes out to Tony and his family for this loss. In the effort of maintaining order and not offending anyone else, though, I will drop out of this thread. 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. 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. I think that Dungy is a good coach (though, as stated, not great) and he seems to be a stand-up guy (as stated, quite a good trait anywhere, especially in the spotlight), I'm just not ready to nominate the man for sainthood (like many seem to be doing) based on that, just because someone close to him died under unknown circumstances. Players with families, it certainly hits home. A medical examiner rules the death of James Dungy, son of Colts coach Tony Dungy, a suicide. I'm probably oversensitive. The cause of death is pending autopsy by the Hillsborough County Medical Examiners Office. OMO has it right. Dungy said the biggest regret in his life is that when he saw his son for the last time during the Thanksgiving holidays, he did not hug him when he left but only gave him a causal goodbye. Carter said ``nothing evident' was amiss in the apartment, but declined to discuss details. 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. No parent should have to bury their child. And please, don't turn this into me suggesting he had anything to do with it, or that the circumstances are fishy, I am not saying that at all. ``You hate to see anything like this happen,' Reid said. Good luck and best wishes to Dungy, his family, his fans, the Colts and everyone who has had to read my "debates" with SS. . A man who loves other men? Dungy has been at NBC for more years than he spent as an NFL head coach. , . "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. Who cares now that Dungys Indianapolis Colts are 13-1 and not 14-0? No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. Why are people always so convinced that they intimately know and understand public figures that they only are exposed to in relatively brief controlled circumstances? Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. He is active in All-Pro Dad, a Tampa-based resource group that provides assistance and advice to fathers. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. Two years ago, when the infant son of Colt receiver Brandon Stokley spent several weeks in the hospital because of postnatal complications, Dungy was a frequent visitor. When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. (work) The quote from the anchor, "This is a bad week for Tony Dungy. ``It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. 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. Not the Pro Bowl teams. "He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field," fullback Mike Alstott said. His final story from Detroit will appear in BP Monday. Dungy wasn't breathing when he was found, Carter said. MP3 Download Transcript 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. He was so tall, it wasnt uncommon for him to be mistaken for a Colt player. I'm not personally affronted. 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.. My self-worth is determined by fiat, not consensus. Let's see, players have been benched, coaches have been fired, and some FO readers and staff have lambasted, reamed and otherwise done their best to coat them all in vitriol. 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. 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. It's an awful and confusing thing. ``The whole family is good people. The second oldest of five children, James Dungy attended Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. We see that you have javascript disabled. Well, I lied. 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, If you think Dungy is a great coach, and he thinks he is a great coach, why does my opinion qualify as an insult to you (when I'm certain that it doesn't to him)? Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position. "He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field," fullback Mike Alstott said. I guess it's good that the Colts wrapped up homefieldDungy won't have anything to worry about besides his family, as is rightfully so, and he will be able to properly take care of things and grieve. I swear I feel like the wind just got knocked out of me. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension for his football family here with the Colts.". All Rights Reserved. Dungy joined the Pittsburgh Steelers as a free agent before joining the San Francisco 49ers in 1977. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. From 2002 to 2008 he was the coach of the Indianapolis Colts. They dont need him - he needs them. Worked in , Dungys teams became perennial postseason contenders under his leadership, with Tampa Bay only missing the playoffs twice. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' Thank you for taking the time to respond cogently, completely and directly. BTW, it's helped reading through this thread; thanks. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. 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. Hes the role model in this league, but hes really a model who transcends the game. 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. When he got up to speak, Dungy said it was the eighth or ninth time he had attended the annual Super Bowl event, but his dream remains to attend just 24 hours before he takes the field as a Super Bowl coach. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. How on Earth is that "speculating the worst about someone?" Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. Volunteers lead lessons on infusing fibers with plant dyes and journaling scientific observations for youth in Crow Wing and Olmsted counties. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. There are opinions, observations and perspectives, absolutely, but what one person defines as fact is merely an opinion to others and flat-out wrong to some. April 12, 2022 The mood was also somber at the Buccaneers' practice facility, which is next to the airport where the Colts' plane that brought Tony Dungy to Florida was parked for a time. "It kind of diminishes our school family," he said. Tony Dungy is a married man and he is married to Lauren Harris Dungy, who is a teacher by profession. Unless you asked him, you'd never know he was Tony Dungy's son.'. 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. I couldnt believe the news when! 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. Who is new Runnin Ute Keba Keita and how is Utahs 2022-23 roster shaping up? No problem for Dungi. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. May GOD BLESS US ALL. James Dungy was a frequent visitor to the Bucs' practices and games when his dad coached the team. 37: there usually is not a heck of a lot of doubt what occured given the method one has chosen to commit suicide. Being born in the family of literals Education and prosperity has been a sole purpose to follow, but I have chosen a different path for my life. This is horrible, my heart breaks for Dungy and his family. 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. His job, 100%, is to make money for ESPN. Unless you asked him, you'd never know he was Tony Dungy's son.". He was playing around and laughing with some friends. Even after we lost to New England [in the AFC championship game], he still showed up. So, by comparing all the religious commentors here, and Dungy, for that matter, to GWB, you get to revel in just how much smarter you are than them. :). Well, #25,I don't know Dungy personally, but I know a half dozen very worldly guys (in the sense that they have had extremely varied professional careers) who, to a man, say that the finest leader of men they have ever known was the guy they played football New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission met on Jan. 5, 2023, to consider the application for Summit Carbon Solutions. Unless you asked him, you'd never know he was Tony Dungy's son.". He came to the hospital often, even after the season. Owner Jim Irsay and Polian met with team officials and players to break the news. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. For myself I absolutley don't 'understand' anything about the people I know who tried, even my own uncles. were not. 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. There is a devastating incongruity that transpires when the circle of life suddenly comes unraveled, and parents are called upon to bid an early farewell to a child. "It kind of diminishes our school family," he said. James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. EDITORS NOTE: Dallas-based sportswriter Art Stricklin is reporting this week on the spiritual side of the Super Bowl. Parents should never outlive their children. Tony's a great person with a great family.". "He's unbelievable. Quarterback Peyton Manning said the death certainly keeps things in perspective. However, I definitely did not have any intention of comparing anyone in this thread to George W. Bush. Bobman, my son turns 6 today & I expect the exact same thing will happen in my TV room on Saturday. I've noticed the same sort of thing in a couple places -- people trying to tie this story back to football. God only knows what happened. Tony Dungy will not be with the team Saturday when the Colts play at Seattle. Dear Coach Dungy, This is horrible for anybody to go through. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. Not one of us here probably actually KNEW himbut we can recognize that the fact that this child died is a sad one. However, Dungi also faces controversies with some of its religious and political stances. 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