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", She said Dungy "was just a really good kid, very laid-back. 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. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. But the two-time Super Bowl winner said one coaching opportunity got him Does anyone think it could have been some kind of accidental death? 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 know it hurts. Dungey got into hot water after defending John Gruden just before an email showing the former Raiders coach using homophobic language. Instead, they must lean on each other and, even more so, on faith. He is often regarded as one of the NFLs bigwigs and an ambassador for the league and the game. Dec 22, 2005 at 01:00 AM. Period.". A man who loves other men? . Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. 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. I swear I am not talking to myself people. I hope I have done the same and assuaged your worries that I am some kind of heartless, self-righteous, superior monster. Im not totally recovered, I dont know if I ever will be, its still ever-painful, he said, wiping back a tear. OMO has it right. 54 comments, Last at 27 Dec 2005, 12:02pm. I would like to think that Im a good enough gratuitous insultor to be able to do that when I want to, and to do it better than I have possibly managed in my posts here. 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. 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. Now, I have no taste for any of it. Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. If speculating on this is out of line I can respect that and am sorry. The other, if the person who posted it is wondering why I deleted it, I encourage him to e-mail me. Recent and Trending topics from Football Outsiders. At least two swipes at Dungy, with one of the more backhanded compliments I've seen to balance it. Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy made an appearance at a political event Monday afternoon with Ron DeSantis of Florida Gov. ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS JAMES, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS. He would sing "The Lumberjack Song" dressed in a tutu carrying a parasol if they told him to. , , . Class. James Dungy's girlfriend found him when she returned to the Campus Lodge Apartments at about 1:30 a.m., Carter said. But you can certainly understand with Dungeys open, public attacks on gay people any issues surrounding Dungey, family, athletes or otherwise. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. I am sick. I had just seen James tuesday and he seemed fine. 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. WebJamie Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas in 2005. 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. James Dungy was a good friend to alot of people and very well known. 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. "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. 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. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension for his football family here with the Colts.". No problem for Dungi. 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 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. My heart will also reach out to his girlfriend who loved him very much. Tony Dungys eldest son, Jamie Dungy, died three days before Christmas in 2005. Most of the posts on this thread have been very thoughtful, and all I can say is kudos to you all for showing your own humanity at, of all places, an NFL analysis website. Who is new Runnin Ute Keba Keita and how is Utahs 2022-23 roster shaping up? He was part of this football team. Instagram / Kevin Nash Kevin Nash said doctors told him his son Tristen might have died from James Dungy spent his senior year at North Central High School in Indianapolis and graduated this year. 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. 54. 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. Give him the biggest hug in the world when he does, bob. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. Carter said "nothing evident" was amiss in the apartment, but declined to discuss details. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. 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. I always enjoyed the fact that his kids were there on the sidelines, smiling and joking with the players. 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. EDITORS NOTE: Dallas-based sportswriter Art Stricklin is reporting this week on the spiritual side of the Super Bowl. He was pronounced dead there. I know it hurts. I've noticed the same sort of thing in a couple places -- people trying to tie this story back to football. 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. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. "The whole family is good people. 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. 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. . Michael Conroy, Associated Press. Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy watches from the sideline as his team defeats the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this season. 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 We take a look back at rookie defensive back Marcus Jones' season scoring in all three phases. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. I am sure glad he is a man of faith. For myself I absolutley don't 'understand' anything about the people I know who tried, even my own uncles. I have absolutely no doubt that the marketing weenies at ESPN looked at this and set the policy for the network - no hounding someone that everyone believes to be a good guy in his moment of turmoil. He was a pleasure to be around, McKay said in a phone interview. , . Whether or not you think Tony Dungy is a great coach, he's a great man who appeared to have a tremendous family life. sportsjone A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment Thursday. A sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance took him to University Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. 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. Harris' son Dok told The Associated Press his father passed away overnight. . I would not have continued this nonsense, but I felt that another rip deserved a riposte. . Tony Dungy will not be with the team Saturday when the Colts play at Seattle. "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. Kevin Nashs son, Tristen, died in October at the age of 26. He would toe the company line. But we are not alone GOD is bigger than anything in this very small world. However, Dungi also faces controversies with some of its religious and political stances. This is horrible, my heart breaks for Dungy and his family. Thank you for taking the time to respond cogently, completely and directly. 37: there usually is not a heck of a lot of doubt what occured given the method one has chosen to commit suicide. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. "Players with families, it certainly hits home. , . . Qualified Minnesota farmers will receive dollar-for-dollar matching money to purchase farmland. (going to find kids and hug the bejesus out of them). 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. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' 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. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. Volunteers lead lessons on infusing fibers with plant dyes and journaling scientific observations for youth in Crow Wing and Olmsted counties. :). that said, the redacting of earlier stories is less an issue of tastefullness as legal necessity. Players feel close to him as well as his family.". 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. The teens girlfriend called paramedics, who attempted to revive him. We know you are here for the FREE analytics, not the ads. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. 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. I can't imagine the sorrow that Dungy feels right now, especially given the time of year. 6 comments. I believe its the way Jesus would coach a team.. Harris' son Dok told The Associated a false witness who breathes lies lies and sows discord among brothers. It's an awful and confusing thing. Well do what he does and what he wishes. . But it's probably healthier if he does. Quandt, the school's principal, said Dungy was a personable student who never flaunted his father's position, and had recently visited North Central. It isn't like they were going to talk about the differences beween Ryu and Ken in Street Fighter Alpha or quantum physics. ``This morning, it was so surreal. I know how he'll handle it. Tony's a great person with a great family.'. Coach Dungys close to a lot of these players. Players feel close to him as well as his family.. ESPN makes him a rich man. New York Jets running back Curtis Martin received the Bart Starr Award, given annually to an NFL player on the basis of character and service. "This morning, it was so surreal. Finally, I do understand exactly what you are trying to say. . divers domaines de spcialisations. Dungy took over as coach of the Colts in 2002. We see that you have javascript disabled. ``Nobody likes to see that. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Love Tony Dungy, but this is not his strong suit. I would like to think that I'm a good enough gratuitous insultor to be able to do that when I want to, and to do it better than I have possibly managed in my posts here. 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. Assistant Jim Caldwell will coach the team in Dungys absence. 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. I'm not surprised that mention of it was removed. That's a shame. . Allthat and more on this episode of PatriotsAllAccess. 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. Today we will discuss about Tony Dungy: Gay| Son suicide| Son| Kids| Ron desantis. Comments, Last at 27 Dec 2005, 12:02pm differences beween Ryu and Ken in Fighter. 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