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. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. I heard about this on FOX News. . Tony Dungy has always been such a classy person. I will say that I'm glad that they did. About Chris Mortensen, I didn't say the guy rapes kids, murders for racial reasons and eats puppies. . All I have is a broken heart for Tony and Lauren Dungy, parents of five children. And my condolences to the Dungy family as well. My goal is to fill a couple of tables with my players the day before the game. A medical examiner said the death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy was ruled a suicide. 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. LUTZ, Fla. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead of an apparent suicide early Thursday, the sheriff's office said. James Dungys girlfrie 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. Officials said James Dungy was taking extension classes at the University of South Florida. For myself I absolutley don't 'understand' anything about the people I know who tried, even my own uncles. 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. The Patriots will pick 14th overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Entry Draft. 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. Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position. dressed in a tutu carrying a parasol if they told him to. May God watch over you and give you all you need at this awful time. Even IF Dungy wasn't a great person, that doesn't mean that the loss of his child isn't disheartening. 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. This is so horrible. 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. 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. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. no way in hell! 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, 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 know what Tony's thinking. Extraordinary claims may require extraordinary evidence/proof, but someone saying that Dungy seemed to be a classy person is, by no means, an 'extraordinary' claim. Very heartfelt reactions from Mortenson & Pasquarelli on ESPN.com. He led the Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI, making him the first black head coach to win a Super Bowl. All Original Content Copyright by OTB. He came to the hospital often, even after the season. WebJamie Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas in 2005. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. 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 is active in All-Pro Dad, a Tampa-based resource group that provides assistance and advice to fathers. Cmon Kim Jong Il, this isn't a debate. 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. 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.. Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose famous father Austin Reaves: Parents| Where is from| College| Highlights, Cam Newton: Net worth 2022| Baby mothers| Wife and kids. Don't make me laugh. A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment Thursday. I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.". *please forgive the masculinity of the noun/pronouns - I'm not a fan of "his/her". Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. I swear I feel like the wind just got knocked out of me. 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. James Dungy was a good friend to alot of people and very well known. But the two-time Super Bowl winner said one coaching opportunity got him That 1 brief moment of terror when I awoke and thought the dream was real is something I'll never forget..I cannot imagine actually living through such a nightmare. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension for his football family here with the Colts.". Tony Dungy coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 2001. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. New construction beginning in 2022 will create the largest video board for an outdoor stadium, new hospitality and function spaces and a completely reimagined north entrance to the stadium by 2023. 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. 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. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. 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. Tony Dungy sounds like hes at this game against his will lmfao Len (@Champ_Lion) January 15, 2023. If you take the words of someone you have never met and are unlikely ever to meet as bothersome, perhaps it is you who need to look away. "Based on evidence at the scene, indications are that this death appears to be a suicide," Carter said. He began coaching in 1980, as defensive backs coach at the University of Minnesota, his alma mater. "The whole family is good people. Insult no extra charge. There is no other information to contradict that at this time. An autopsy has not been completed, the statement said. THE WORLD IS GRIEVING WITH YOU. "He's unbelievable. I'll come out and say that there are no lines here to read between - I'm saying exactly what I mean. Advertisement. 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. I always thought I would die before I was 21, but I appreciate life now and I do realize we have a God who forgives whatever we can do.. Quarterback Peyton Manning said the death certainly keeps things in perspective. I hope Dungy finds enough love to get on. Our prayers for Mr. Dungy and all his family. Finally, I do understand exactly what you are trying to say. They don't need him - he needs them. His salary is about $2 million a year. And also, if 200 people say they witnessed something, and the claim is not incredible, it is good reason to believe said claim. Allthat and more on this episode of PatriotsAllAccess. TransProfessionals est une compagnie ne en Grande-Bretagne et maintenant installe au Benin. Over breakfast, Dungy recalls the overwhelming support he and his wife, Lauren, received through cards, letters, telephone calls, and face-to-face encounters with other parents who had lost their children to suicide. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. "I liked James a lot.". Hey Bobman, it's all good, I just think that religion should, in general, be a private thing. Why does God allow pain in our life? Dungy asked in his emotionally charged speech. Who cares now that Dungys Indianapolis Colts are 13-1 and not 14-0? 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. Period. 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. . He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. 6 comments. They don't know me from anyone, but my condolences go out to the Dungy family and to all of the friends of someone too young to die. Recent and Trending topics from Football Outsiders. I know what! Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. No votes so far! I imagine there have been many of us around this league at every level feeling the same lows. He was playing around and laughing with some friends. 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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. Dungy took over as coach of the Colts in 2002. Upon learning the news, Dungy and his wife, Lauren, immediately boarded the private jet of Colt owner Jim Irsay and headed for Tampa. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. "It certainly keeps things in perspective," two-time MVP quarterback Peyton Manning said. Commercial reproduction, distribution or transmission of any part or parts of this website or any information contained therein by any means whatsoever without the prior written permission of the Club is not permitted. I can think of no better way to describe him. I'm really going to be OK, at least my mother says so, and my wife seems to still love me. 2023 Southern Baptist Convention. 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. "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. 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. It's just some people saying he seemed to be a really classy person, and they are sad that a classy person passed on. The Associated Press contributed to this report. 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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. The teens girlfriend called paramedics, who attempted to revive him. There's no appropriate or sufficient comment. This is horrible for anybody to go through. He was a pleasure to be around, McKay said in a phone interview. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. He was great, Stokley told the team website. Coach Dungys close to a lot of these players. Players feel close to him as well as his family.. 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. Dungy joined the Pittsburgh Steelers as a free agent before joining the San Francisco 49ers in 1977. It's reflected by his team, too. Dungys son was found dead in his Florida apartment early Thursday morning. Hello, I am Gurmeet singh , Blogger from Jammu, India. until the coroner makes an official declaration of cause of death - something that can take weeks if he chooses to wait for blood test results to come back - it is technically an open case for the law enforcement agencies involved. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. ", She said Dungy "was just a really good kid, very laid-back. Copyright 2023 TransProfessionals. , () (CRM), . 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. From 2002 to 2008 he was the coach of the Indianapolis Colts. Poor Tony. James and his younger brother, Eric, sometimes watched Colts games from the sidelines, but they had to earn it by doing well in school. 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. A medical examiner rules the death of James Dungy, son of Colts coach Tony Dungy, a suicide. He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. 21 - CatSam - well, I DID say I was sorry. . I'm going out on a limb and thinking you have a low opinion of the president. But some good things have come out of it.. Less than a week ago, Dungy presided over a group of men poised on the cusp of football immortality. LUTZ, Fla. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was found dead of an apparent ``He's unbelievable. Kathy. Coach Dungy to you and your family I am so sorry my heart and prayers go out to you. . My condolences to anyone for whom the Christmas season brings up painful memories. Carter said "nothing evident" was amiss in the apartment, but declined to discuss details. 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. James and his younger brother, Eric, sometimes watched Colts games from the sidelines, but they had to earn it by doing well in school. His job, 100%, is to make money for ESPN. Based on evidence at the scene, indications are that this death appears to be a suicide, Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office spokeswoman Debbie Carter said in a statement. With the conclusion of their 2022 season, the Patriots 2023 slate of opponents has been set. We take a look back at rookie defensive back Marcus Jones' season scoring in all three phases. If there ever was a model for fatherhood in a business that is not conducive to good, consistent parenting, it is Dungy. I know it hurts. Wow, and from suicide. 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. Some people feel the need to be snarky and cynical no matter what the topic is. 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. His first head coaching stint was with Tampa Bay from 1996-2001; he was an assistant with the Minnesota Vikings from 1992-95. BTW, it's helped reading through this thread; thanks. Philadelphia coach Andy Reid said his team's thoughts and prayers were going out to Dungy. April 12, 2022 "He was cracking jokes, just being himself," she said. ``I liked James a lot.'. 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. Right after the Colts won the Super Bowl, the NFL coach openly campaigned for a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. According to a sheriffs spokeswoman, Dungys girlfriend found him when she returned to the Campus Lodge Apartments about 1:30 a.m. Dungy was not breathing when he was found. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. In the effort of maintaining order and not offending anyone else, though, I will drop out of this thread. 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 I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.'. When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. How on Earth is that "speculating the worst about someone?" It gets worse. He retired in 1980. Sign up to be receive exclusive breaking news podcasts at: https://www.patriots.com/audio/alert. Copyright 2023 | WordPress Theme by MH Themes. OMO has it right. He was part of this football team.". Update: Chris Mortensen puts this tragedy into perspective: When I woke up this morning, I had a lot on my plate. Dungy spent seven seasons as HC at Indianapolis, and with his Super Bowl victory in 2006 became the first African-American head coach to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. Parents should never outlive their children. He is often regarded as one of the NFLs bigwigs and an ambassador for the league and the game. The second oldest of five children, James Dungy attended Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. 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. She called paramedics, who attempted to resuscitate the teen to no avail. I swear I am not talking to myself people. This morning, it was so surreal., She said Dungy was just a really good kid, very laid-back. - , , ? People ask how I could come back to work so soon. Harris' son Dok told The Associated At this time, it's a personal thing and he has to do what works for him. Discover something new every day from News, Sports, Finance, Entertainment and more! (work) The quote from the anchor, "This is a bad week for Tony Dungy. , . However, Dungi also faces controversies with some of its religious and political stances. Damn, that just sucks. Im not totally recovered, I dont know if I ever will be, its still ever-painful, he said, wiping back a tear. Words are insufficent to this hideous situation, but if it is He would toe the company line. He also appreciated the words of parents who decided to reconnect with their children on a deeper level after listening to Coach Dungey. I don't recall anyone saying he was the "Best Human Ever." A feat that hasn't been accomplished since 1947. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension his football family here with the Colts.". I would not care one iota if he did not coach the rest of the year. For all any of us know Tony Dungy might be a rapist or something. I only say all this because despite my experiences I think suicide, especially among the young, is nearly impossible to 'understand'. He's the man who turned around the Buccaneers and did with such grace and class. Re: #50 Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. 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. I always enjoyed the fact that his kids were there on the sidelines, smiling and joking with the players. Tony is a class act and this is a huge tragedy for his entire family. My heart goes out to Tony Dungy. He was part of this football team. 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. He was so tall, it wasnt uncommon for him to be mistaken for a Colt player. Coach Dungy you and your family I am so sorry my heart and prayers go out to you. Let me help you identify them: Ive never really thought of Dungy as a great coach, and Im 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. Rich McKay, former Buccaneer president who now has that title with the Atlanta Falcons, said James was a great kid, nice and unassuming, who grew into a friendly, respectful 6-foot-7 young man. Dec 22, 2005 at 01:00 AM. I hope he and all of his family extened or not have a chance to grieve. The Dungys moved to Indianapolis in 2002 after Tony Dungy was fired by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he coached from 1996 to 2001. Bobman, my son turns 6 today & I expect the exact same thing will happen in my TV room on Saturday. - . The first is his very public homosexuality. Caldwell will take over ``for however long Tony will be away and however long he will be away is entirely up to him,' Polian added. Wow, Dungy is having a bad week. This horrible loss makes all of us remember how precious life and children are. Team President Bill Polian said Caldwell will take over Tonys duties for however long Tony may be away.. A calendar of important upcoming dates for the NFL and the New England Patriots in 2023. Tony Dungy is a married man and he is married to Lauren Harris Dungy, who is a teacher by profession. ', She said Dungy ``was just a really good kid, very laid-back. I couldnt believe the news when! My love is with you and your family. 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. 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. I'm a father of three and I can't imagine getting a phone call or being told that.". Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position, and had recently visited North Central. James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. were not. Officials denied foul play in December, and toxicology results were negative, except for caffeine and drug paramedics used in efforts to resuscitate the teen, Lee said. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. 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, 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? Chris Mortenson? ``It kind of diminishes our school family,' he said. He was pronounced dead there. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. As Jim said to the team this morning: Well emulate our leader. "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.". ``It seems like just yesterday when we were all together in Minnesota,' Green said in a statement. that the rescue crews tried to perform CPR makes it pretty clear what occured. I have had 2 uncles (one at least 3 times) and one cousin attempt suicide. The other, if the person who posted it is wondering why I deleted it, I encourage him to e-mail me. 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, 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. Not Christmas. Here's an explanation of what the metrics mean. 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. That said, his team has clinched through January, and I'm sure his family needs him a lot more than Peyton and Edge do this Christmas. Dungy again this year publicly declaring that he did not want Michael Sam on his team. On Thursday, he was forced to identify a young man he fathered and, in so doing, to confront his own mortality. Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position. . Shed collapse from snow in central North Dakota was kind of a disaster, but no one was hurt, Master Gardeners share gardening tips, ways to retain new knowledge for youth, Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to require environmental impact statement on Summit Carbon pipeline, New Minnesota farmers can get help purchasing land, Willmar graduate Hiep Nguyen finds a community around the pottery wheel, American Opinion: Raising fees for immigration applications is wrongheaded, Funeral service listing published Jan. 18, 2023, PHOTOS: Pheasants taking flight along Highway 12. 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. ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS JAMES, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS. It hasnt happened yet; Ill sure be happy when it does.. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' I really feel for the guy. Well, I think. 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. 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. His final story from Detroit will appear in BP Monday. Tony Dungy voices the pain & lessons from his sons suicide Even this article mentions who the Colts are playing this weekend, as if that's relevant. AHAVA SIT. 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. That's a shame. Love Tony Dungy, but this is not his strong suit. 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 Now I will cheer for them with unbridled enthusiasm. But it's probably healthier if he does. 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. Thank you, MDS, for doing that. Saying "sorry" and "peace" doesn't make up for generally dumping on them, nor does blaming me for your insensitivity. 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. Wow, I don't think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. This website is the only official website of the New England Patriots and is Copyright New England Patriots (the "Club"). The Colts had won their first 13 games before losing last Sunday to the San Diego Chargers. There is nothing worse. 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. North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript # 50 Scowcroft Center for Strategy Security! 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