"Based on evidence at the scene, indications are that this death appears to be a suicide," Carter said. Todd asked. "It seems like just yesterday when we were all together in Minnesota," Green said in a statement. Players feel close to him as well as his family.". 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. I said he would do his job if his bosses told him to. Site by Mere. 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)? 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. ! - 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 ESPN reports that the ME issued a preliminary finding determining suicide. 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. A sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance took him to University Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Chris Mortenson? 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. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. "You hate to see anything like this happen," Reid said. Explore sample content below to see what you're missing. 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. Tony Dungy is a married man and he is married to Lauren Harris Dungy, who is a teacher by profession. 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. 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. 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. Unless you asked him, you'd never know he was Tony Dungy's son.". 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. He would toe the company line. 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. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. 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. New York Jets coach Herman Edwards, one of Dungy's closest friends, called James a "very, very good kid. Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly! It gets worse. , . I believe its the way Jesus would coach a team.. I hope I have done the same and assuaged your worries that I am some kind of heartless, self-righteous, superior monster. It is like to lose a loved one, and I understand what you must be going through. 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. I didnt know him personally, but from all the wonderful things people are saying hes one in an million. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Responsible Gaming, Support Football Outsiders' independent media. This just hits you like a ton of bricks. I swear I am not talking to myself people. ``You hate to see anything like this happen,' Reid said. I know it hurts. 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. However, I definitely did not have any intention of comparing anyone in this thread to George W. Bush. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. How heartbreaking. 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. 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. And it wasnt even my child. 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. I think that I mentioned that I was GLAD that most of the media have not taken that tack, and have instead pointed their boats rather higher in this case. 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. 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. When I broke the news by telephone to Tom Jackson, my ESPN colleague, we could not disguise our broken voices and tears. THE WORLD IS GRIEVING WITH YOU. Dungy wasn't breathing when he was found, Carter said. 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. 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. ``It kind of diminishes our school family,' he said. . Wow, Dungy is having a bad week. Upon learning the news, Dungy and his wife, Lauren, immediately boarded the private jet of Colt owner Jim Irsay and headed for Tampa. BTW, it's helped reading through this thread; thanks. divers domaines de spcialisations. Indychannel.com has also changed its Web site, from "Police are investigating, but said Dungy's death was likely a suicide" to "Police said there were no signs of foul play, but would not confirm if the cause of death was suicide." Among them, Dungy has long held some fairly outright anti-LGBTQ views. The Associated Press contributed to this report. He retired in 1980. I'm not Mortensen. Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. . So, for some (I dare say, you? 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. I swear I feel like the wind just got knocked out of me. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. Dungy's son's death a suicide: medical examiner | CBC Sports Loaded. I will even resist the urge to make derogatory comments about religion being shovelled into the thread. 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. The first deputy on scene performed CPR on Dungy until Hillsborough County Fire Rescue arrived and transported him to University Community Hospital where he was pronounced dead. , , "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension for his football family here with the Colts.". He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. James Dungy, a son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, has died, hospital spokesman says. Right after the Colts won the Super Bowl, the NFL coach openly campaigned for a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. The other, if the person who posted it is wondering why I deleted it, I encourage him to e-mail me. 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. Benumbing does not begin to describe the experience. In 2012, he tweeted his disappointment about President Obamas changing views on marriage equality. Update: Chris Mortensen puts this tragedy into perspective: When I woke up this morning, I had a lot on my plate. 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 took to Twitter to pay tribute to his friend and Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris, who died at age 72. Why does God allow pain in our life? Dungy asked in his emotionally charged speech. This is horrible, my heart breaks for Dungy and his family. This is a tremendous event and its great to be here, but I didnt want come here as the invited speaker, but as the head coach of a Super Bowl team. The Colts had won their first 13 games before losing last Sunday to the San Diego Chargers. 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. My best wishes to the Dungy family. With the conclusion of their 2022 season, the Patriots 2023 slate of opponents has been set. Two other NFL head coaches lost close family members this season, both in November. That's why they're gratutitous -- you didn't mean to insult anyone, but you managed to, anyway. Less than a week ago, Dungy presided over a group of men poised on the cusp of football immortality. Players and coaches could see the plane from the practice field. Anybody who knows Tony Dungy understands these emotions. "Players with families, it certainly hits home. He would sing The Lumberjack Song? 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. Instagram / Kevin Nash Kevin Nash said doctors told him his son Tristen might have died from Until they heard that Tony Dungy would be accompanying him in the booth. TransProfessionals est une compagnie ne en Grande-Bretagne et maintenant installe au Benin. 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. Is there something about this topic, that compels you to gratuitously insult people? 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 If so, maybe you need to step away from the keyboard for a while. I hope he and all of his family extened or not have a chance to grieve. 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. It's an awful and confusing thing. Tony Dungy = Grade A Class Act. Dungy again this year publicly declaring that he did not want Michael Sam on his team. 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. - , , ? OMO has it right. He said the death surprised and saddened everyone at the school. A calendar of important upcoming dates for the NFL and the New England Patriots in 2023. 2023 Southern Baptist Convention. James Dungy was a frequent visitor to the Bucs' practices and games when his dad coached the team. I know how he'll handle it. James Dungy's girlfriend found him The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. My sympathies are with you and your family @ this tragic time in your life. Thank you for taking the time to respond cogently, completely and directly. You know Tony, how he raised a family," Edwards said from Jets training camp in Hempstead, N.Y. "A tragedy. 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.. "He was cracking jokes, just being himself," she said. Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. WebJamie Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas in 2005. And for the second time today, I respond to a post that gets deleted. ``If James wasn't here, it was like: `Where's James?' C.E. I'm a father of three and I can't imagine getting a phone call or being told that.". 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. Tony Dungy sounds like hes at this game against his will lmfao Len (@Champ_Lion) January 15, 2023. Be the first to rate this post. A woman who answered the door at James Dungy's girlfriend's home declined comment. 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 Investigators ruled suicide as the cause of death of the 18-year-old, whose "It shakes you, there's no doubt about it. ``He just came in and tried to blend in and be a student,' Quandt said. My heart goes out to Tony and his family for this loss. He wasn't breathing, and a sheriff's deputy performed CPR before an ambulance rushed him to University Community Hospital, Carter said. 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.. The second oldest of five children, James Dungy attended Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. Dungy took over as coach of the Colts in 2002. Who cares now that Dungys Indianapolis Colts are 13-1 and not 14-0? Unless you thought it was a compliment; then I meant it. 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. 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. My thoughts will be with the Dungy family as they go through this. Period.". 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. And then, last month, the emotions were revisited, and I can tell you this: For the first few days, a parent doesnt go from hour to hour, but rather lives from one breath to the next, because the pain is so psychologically debilitating. But we are not alone GOD is bigger than anything in this very small world. The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. A feat that hasn't been accomplished since 1947. We take a look back at rookie defensive back Marcus Jones' season scoring in all three phases. I'm probably oversensitive. I'm going out on a limb and thinking you have a low opinion of the president. I will happily admit that I was expressing my well-backed-up opinion of how the media presents the "news". Dungy spent his entire adult life in football, but when he wasnt planning for Indys next big game, he could often be found giving back to the community and working with his local church. were not. In her autopsy From 2002 to 2008 he was the coach of the Indianapolis Colts. The deal for Tony, I would guess, is that, as a class act, upstanding guy and good coach, he wants to give his players, his fans and his management as much effort as he can to bring them where they all want to go. that said, the redacting of earlier stories is less an issue of tastefullness as legal necessity. Owner Jim Irsay and Polian met with team officials and players to break the news. . Wow, I dont think I was gratuitously insulting anyone. Bobman, my son turns 6 today & I expect the exact same thing will happen in my TV room on Saturday. "He just came in and tried to blend in and be a student," Quandt said. I heard about this on FOX News. Quandt said Dungy visited North Central a week or two ago to pick up a transcript. Of course, if he can't stand to go back, well then he can't. 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. Instead, they must lean on each other and, even more so, on faith. , SIT. Now, I have no taste for any of it. Coach Dungy to you and your family I am so sorry my heart and prayers go out to you. You know Tony, how he raised a family," Edwards said from Jets training camp in Hempstead, N.Y. "A tragedy. If there ever was a model for fatherhood in a business that is not conducive to good, consistent parenting, it is Dungy. If I have been gratuitous, you have been specific and direct. 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. May GOD BLESS US ALL. ``It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least,' Polian said. He is active in All-Pro Dad, a Tampa-based resource group that provides assistance and advice to fathers. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. "He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field," fullback Mike Alstott said. Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. *please forgive the masculinity of the noun/pronouns - I'm not a fan of "his/her". Tony Dungy has always been such a classy person. All Original Content Copyright by OTB. 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. I am so sorry for the loss of this incredible human being. Finally, I do understand exactly what you are trying to say. 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, , , , , -SIT . The Dungys have four other children: daughters Tiara and Jade and sons Eric and Jordan. 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. C.E. 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. All Rights Reserved. "It certainly keeps things in perspective," two-time MVP quarterback Peyton Manning said. "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.". The Patriots are beginning a search for a new offensive coordinator next week. I am a 18-year-old teen who loves sports ? As Jim said to the team this morning: Well emulate our leader. Harris' son Dok told The Associated Press his father passed away overnight. 54. Sorry. 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. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Volunteers lead lessons on infusing fibers with plant dyes and journaling scientific observations for youth in Crow Wing and Olmsted counties. Wow, and from suicide. His football team means a lot to him. Copyright 2023 TransProfessionals. WebJamie Dungy, Tony Dungys oldest son, died three days before Christmas in 2005. If I were Chris Mortensen, I'd be pretty insulted. Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. 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. 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. Update: The news gets worse: It was apparently a suicide. Coach Dungys close to a lot of these players. Players feel close to him as well as his family.. Kathy. "If James wasn't here, it was like: 'Where's James?' Tony Dungy has left the Colts and is in Tampa, where he used to coach the Buccaneers. But words, even the sort of eloquent prose of which Im rarely capable, carry little gravitas at these times. ``There's no words to describe it. 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. His first head coaching stint was with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996-2001; he was an assistant with the Minnesota Vikings from 1992 to 1995. "It was not easy, and it was somber, to say the least," Polian said. A note on all 68 players who played a snap for the Patriots this season. It may take therapy, but I'm OK with that. Fire rescue and deputies went there because of a call from his roommates and girlfriend. This is the great tragedy, because they can't tell you what they were thinking when they did it, including most of the ones who survive their attempt. dressed in a tutu carrying a parasol if they told him to. Live with it or don't. 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. , . James Dungy's girlfriend found him when she returned to the Campus Lodge Apartments at about 1:30 a.m., Carter said. Shalandra. MAY THE HANDS OF GOD WRAP AROUND YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TERRIBLE TIME. For all any of us know Tony Dungy might be a rapist or something. Tony and I first came together in 1992 and I got to see the boy grow up. Chaplains were brought in to talk with the team. When I was roughly James Dungy's age I had 3 good-but-not-really-close friends successfully commit suicide and another severely cripple herself for life in a failed attempt. The Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office responded to the Campus Lodge Apartments Thursday morning at approximately 1:32 a.m. EST after James Dungys girlfriend, Antoinette Anderson, returned to the apartment and discovered Dungy. He shared the blame when Indianapolis lost its first game Sunday against the visiting San Diego Chargers, ending what had been a perfect season. 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. Dungys son was found dead in his Florida apartment early Thursday morning. No foul play is suspected, but a cause of death won't be announced pending an autopsy, sheriff's spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. 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. A medical examiner said the death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy was ruled a suicide. Tony Dungys Wife, Children. 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. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. 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. James Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colt Coach Tony Dungy, was found dead early Thursday of an apparent suicide in his apartment in the Tampa, Fla., area, the Hillsborough County sheriffs office said. Editors have a pet term, weighing in, on such stories. Don't make me laugh. 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. Now I will cheer for them with unbridled enthusiasm. Hello, I am Gurmeet singh , Blogger from Jammu, India. Based on evidence at the scene, indications are that this death appears to be a suicide, Hillsborough County Sheriffs spokeswoman Debbie Carter said. "This is a tragedy for the Dungy family and by extension his football family here with the Colts.". Worked in , Dungys teams became perennial postseason contenders under his leadership, with Tampa Bay only missing the playoffs twice. In 2013, he stated that he disagreed with the lifestyle of openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. If there is anything that I can do please dont hesitate to ask. I've seen what suicide can do to a family, and it's not pretty. 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. 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Sign up to be receive exclusive breaking news podcasts at: https://www.patriots.com/audio/alert. I don't know any of these people personally. 37: there usually is not a heck of a lot of doubt what occured given the method one has chosen to commit suicide. Damn, that just sucks. 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. Not Christmas. Who is new Runnin Ute Keba Keita and how is Utahs 2022-23 roster shaping up? AHAVA SIT. Dear Coach Dungy, , . C.E. He was cracking jokes, just being himself, she told the Associated Press. He was pronounced dead there. 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. ``He's unbelievable. . ``He was here all the time, hanging out in the locker room and with the players on the field,' fullback Mike Alstott said. Tony Dungy coached the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 2001. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. He was pronounced dead at Tampa Hospital. 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. After three years in that role, he joined the Minnesota Vikings in the same capacity. My heart goes out to Tony Dungy. 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). He also appreciated the words of parents who decided to reconnect with their children on a deeper level after listening to Coach Dungey. I know the prayers of the National Football League go out to him and his family.". "I liked James a lot.". There are still far too many people that think of suicide as something that shames the rest of the family. I have had 2 uncles (one at least 3 times) and one cousin attempt suicide. 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. My condolences to anyone for whom the Christmas season brings up painful memories. This is horrible for anybody to go through. Well, I think. I heard. I know what Tony's thinking. I am sick. 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'm not religious. I didnt know him personally, but from all the wonderful things people are saying hes one in an million. His job, 100%, is to make money for ESPN. In the effort of maintaining order and not offending anyone else, though, I will drop out of this thread. They will be in my prayers through this time of mourning. - , , ? Losing a teenage son is horrible enough. Plus, learn what the role of a practice squad player is like on the Patriots. ``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. Analyst for NBCs Football Night in America., Dungy gave a eulogy at Jamies memorial service in Tampa, Florida, and spoke of, among other things, not hugging his son on Thanksgiving a few weeks before his death. Talking to myself people gay NBA player Jason Collins you have received this message in error, please the. 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