The 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead in his apartment in Lutz, Florida, a suburb of Tampa, Thursday morning. ``This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension his football family here with the Colts.'. Tony Dungy coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 2001. 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. Wow, I dont think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. Kevin Nashs son, Tristen, died in October at the age of 26. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. If there ever was a model for fatherhood in a business that is not conducive to good, consistent parenting, it is Dungy. In 1981, Dungy returned to the Steelers as an assistant coach in the role of defensive backs coach before being named defensive coordinator in 1984. Nobody is using the "S" word at the moment, & I for one certainly hope that it turns out to have been some other cause of death. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. 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 now has a studio. 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. 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. ESPN reports that the ME issued a preliminary finding determining suicide. 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. The teens girlfriend called paramedics, who attempted to revive him. He would have celebrated a birthday on Thursday. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. I hope Dungy finds enough love to get on. 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? Owner Jim Irsay and Polian met with team officials and players to break the news. Coach Dungy has left the team temporarily to go to Tampa. 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. In her autopsy ``He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field,' fullback Mike Alstott said. ``It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least,' Polian said. James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. Editors have a pet term, weighing in, on such stories. Saying "sorry" and "peace" doesn't make up for generally dumping on them, nor does blaming me for your insensitivity. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. Truth be told, a parent who loses a child never has the hurt scarred, never grows a callous over the wound. "-" , , . , , , , -SIT . "It seems like just yesterday when we were all together in Minnesota," Green said in a statement. And it wasnt even my child. Until they heard that Tony Dungy would be accompanying him in the booth. If you take the words of someone you have never met and are unlikely ever to meet as some kind of personal affront, perhaps it is you who need to look away. Not the NFL games. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension for his football family here with the Colts.". "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.". Tony Dungy took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. 54 comments, Last at 27 Dec 2005, 12:02pm. ``This morning, it was so surreal. I'm going out on a limb and thinking you have a low opinion of the president. 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. And must, although seemingly impossible in the moment, find some source of enduring strength. James and his younger brother, Eric, sometimes watched Colts games from the sidelines, but they had to earn it by doing well in school. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. He was cracking jokes, just being himself, she told the Associated Press. Discover something new every day from News, Sports, Finance, Entertainment and more! 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. 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. 6 comments. 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. "There's no words to describe it. . What could the Patriots coaching staff look like in 2023? Even after we lost to New England [in the AFC championship game], he still showed up. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. Insult no extra charge. - , , ? . If there is anything that I can do please dont hesitate to ask. Instead, they must lean on each other and, even more so, on faith. From 1996 to 2001 he was the coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. des professionnels de la langue votre service, Cest la rentre TransProfessionals, rejoignez-nous ds prsent et dbuter les cours de langue anglaise et franaise, + de 3000 traducteurs, + de 100 combinaisons linguistiques, 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. Tony Dungy = Grade A Class Act. , , , , , , . . 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. In the effort of maintaining order and not offending anyone else, though, I will drop out of this thread. 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. Why does God allow pain in our life? Dungy asked in his emotionally charged speech. . The Dungys don't know my family from anyone either, but our thoughts will be with them. Love Tony Dungy, but this is not his strong suit. Tragedies and death happen all too frequently in our lives. He's lucky to have it. Jessica James, 18, who described herself as a close friend, said she and a group of friends went to the movies with Dungy on Monday night. He would sing The Lumberjack Song? Quarterback Peyton Manning said the death certainly keeps things in perspective. Hall of Fame members Steve Largent, a receiver with the Seattle Seahawks, and Lem Barney, a Detroit Lions cornerback, also voiced testimonies of Gods goodness both on and off the field. 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. 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. Keep on trusting in him and hold on to his unchanging hands and it will be alright. Coach Dungys close to a lot of these players. Players feel close to him as well as his family.. There were times, indeed, when I wondered whether they could survive such a tragedy. 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. ``There's no words to describe it. 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. 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. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. a false witness who breathes lies lies and sows discord among brothers. 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). Go behind the scenes with Patriots Practice Squad, and see what it takes to work with the Patriots during their practice sessions. Carter said "nothing evident" was amiss in the apartment, but declined to discuss details. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. Don't we get enough of that from the president? The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly! Adding the inevitable second guessing that follows a suicide only magnifies the anguish. The final results will take 4-6 weeks to determine, waiting for lab work. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission met on Jan. 5, 2023, to consider the application for Summit Carbon Solutions. 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. ``It seems like just yesterday when we were all together in Minnesota,' Green said in a statement. Good luck and best wishes to Dungy, his family, his fans, the Colts and everyone who has had to read my "debates" with SS. Cmon Kim Jong Il, this isn't a debate. 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. "This morning, it was so surreal. A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment Thursday. Wife-beater Rice would attract far more questions and media than Sam, yet Dungey would embrace him with open arms like he did with dog-killer Michael Vick (who incidentally also had a reality show behind him) when He was released from jail. I agree.Dungy should take a week or two to grieve, then immerse himself back into work with his coworkers and team. 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. I imagine there have been many of us around this league at every level feeling the same lows. "It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least," Polian said. He was part of this football team. , . But it's probably healthier if he does. Benumbing does not begin to describe the experience. It isn't like they were going to talk about the differences beween Ryu and Ken in Street Fighter Alpha or quantum physics. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. This is the number 1 question I get from people regarding Dungey. 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. No problem for Dungi. Everyone was hoping Michaels old NBC partner, Cris Collinsworth, would be assigned Sorry. 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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. How heartbreaking. Dungy will always hold a special place for me as a Bucs fan. Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy had a tremendous run at the top of the Indianapolis Colts, winning Super Bowl XLI against the Chicago Bears in 2006, becoming the first Black head coach to achieve the feat. 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 had been taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, authorities said. Sorry. 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). I'm probably oversensitive. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose "You hate to see anything like this happen," Reid said. . James, their second-oldest child, was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida, the sheriff's office said. My self-worth is determined by fiat, not consensus. 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. Harris' son Dok told The Associated LUTZ, Fla. (AP) -- The death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy has been ruled a suicide, a medical examiner said Friday. Tony's a great person with a great family.". 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 Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. However, Dungi also faces controversies with some of its religious and political stances. I can't imagine the sorrow that Dungy feels right now, especially given the time of year. Hey Bobman, it's all good, I just think that religion should, in general, be a private thing. To be against equality. Dungy has been at NBC for more years than he spent as an NFL head coach. At least two swipes at Dungy, with one of the more backhanded compliments I've seen to balance it. Michael Conroy, Associated Press. 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. , , He retired in 1980. . Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. His final story from Detroit will appear in BP Monday. ``If James wasn't here, it was like: `Where's James?' Tony Dungy: Gay| Son suicide| Son| Kids| Ron desantis, Declan Rice: Birthday| Position| Wages| Wiki, Monti Ossenfort: Wiki| Salary| Wife| Net Worth, Russell Gage: What happened| Injury update| Injury report, Lamar Jackson: College| Sunglasses| Injury, * Offseason and/or practice squad member only. ``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.'. 2023 Southern Baptist Convention. 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. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead in a Tampa-area apartment Thursday. Dungy was able to make money as the head coach of an NFL team. It's an awful and confusing thing. Their eldest son, James, was found dead at 18 years old in his apartment near Tampa, Fla., this morning. In 2012, he tweeted his disappointment about President Obamas changing views on marriage equality. Of course, if he can't stand to go back, well then he can't. James Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas. 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. respect Dungy's privacy in this period (as they should) isn't because they actually care, but because of anticipated viewer backlash. Tony Dungy will not be with the team Saturday when the Colts play at Seattle. A feat that hasn't been accomplished since 1947. He shared the blame when Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. 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. Tony Dungys Wife, Children. His football team means a lot to him. 0. 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.. A look at the Patriots opponents from 2023 through 2024. 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. "He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field," fullback Mike Alstott said. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. There is very little on this website or any other that anyone KNOWS about any topic. Volunteers lead lessons on infusing fibers with plant dyes and journaling scientific observations for youth in Crow Wing and Olmsted counties. ``You hate to see anything like this happen,' Reid said. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. His job, 100%, is to make money for ESPN. 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. On Thursday, he was forced to identify a young man he fathered and, in so doing, to confront his own mortality. It may take therapy, but I'm OK with that. Less than a week ago, Dungy presided over a group of men poised on the cusp of football immortality. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. I sincerely hope you at least read this thread, so you understand what I'm trying to say. . 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. Dungy again this year publicly declaring that he did not want Michael Sam on his team. Interprtes pour des audiences la justice, des runions daffaire et des confrences. A sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance took him to University Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Austin Reaves: Parents| Where is from| College| Highlights, Cam Newton: Net worth 2022| Baby mothers| Wife and kids. So, for some (I dare say, you? 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. "It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. I have witnessed the raw emotion that accompanies such a tragic event. 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 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. LUTZ, Fla. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead of an apparent Losing a son is one of the worst things imaginable, but if it's a suicide on top of that wow. 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. 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. Some people feel the need to be snarky and cynical no matter what the topic is. ), the slippery slope ends at that level of personal pain and dissapointment. Sign up to be receive exclusive breaking news podcasts at: https://www.patriots.com/audio/alert. He was a pleasure to be around, McKay said in a phone interview. , . If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. She said an autopsy was pending. I'm not religious. . There is no other information to contradict that at this time. An autopsy has not been completed, the statement 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 couldnt believe the news when! 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 the night Dec. 19. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. The 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, Dungys son was found dead in his Florida apartment early Thursday morning. Well do what he does and what he wishes. . Tony Dungys eldest son, Jamie Dungy, died three days before Christmas in 2005. James Dungy, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has died, hospital spokesman says. 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. Does Mike McDaniel Have Tricks Up His Sleeve? Now I will cheer for them with unbridled enthusiasm. James Dungy was a good friend to alot of people and very well known. Here's an explanation of what the metrics mean. Dungy wasn't breathing when he was found, Carter said. My heart will also reach out to his girlfriend who loved him very much. Wow, and from suicide. Dec 22, 2005 at 01:00 AM. Dungy took over as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1996 and was fired in 2001. Even this article mentions who the Colts are playing this weekend, as if that's relevant. He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. i imagine that most news outlets who changed the wording of their earlier stories were quite aware that family members and close associates would be learning about what happened through news reports rather than through those close to them. It can be utterly bewildering and it leaves those behind in a state of complete emotional desolation. It gets worse. I'm really going to be OK, at least my mother says so, and my wife seems to still love me. 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. 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