Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

[Coach Sal]

OK, I know this is not directly related to the Bills. But since some people would like us to at least talk to Dungy, and also because it's NOT a Cowher thread, I thought I'd share this here.....

Sources say former Colts/Bucs coach Tony Dungy was on the USF campus today meeting with AD Doug Woolard.

I have no idea if the meeting was anything regarding the head coaching position, but I'd be shocked if it wasn't discussed.

Dungy's son is a USF recruit.

He still lives in Tampa, and he of course is very revered in that city. He's loved.

This would be big news if he went to USF to coach the Bulls and his son.

Think he could do it?

[BigZ]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

In a heartbeat.

[DBrown77]

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http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/11/seahawks-wanted-dungy-to-become-team-president/

He says here that he wants to keep doing what he is doing now. I would love Vick/Dungy, but it wont happen.

[Coach Sal]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...eam-president/

He says here that he wants to keep doing what he is doing now. I would love Vick/Dungy, but it wont happen.

I know that's what he told the Seattle Seahawks, who are an entire country away from Tampa.

But his son is in Tampa. He'll be playing for USF next year.

His other son committed suicide. He'd probably love to be with this son (Eric) for four years on the football field.

He's loved in that city.

I'm just saying it's an intriguing thought.

[McBFLO]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

It really is an intriguing thought. The guy seems to be really interested in mentoring people, a la Mike Vick. I think his personality would translate well to the college game and recruiting.

[Dr. Lecter]

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Tony Dungy is pure class and if he wants this I hope he does it.

I think he would be a great college coach. But is he too calm for the college game?

[ZAZusmc03]

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I think he would be a great college coach. He would be a great influence on these young guys in school, and who better to learn from as a college athlete than THE Tony Dungy

[Jamiezzz]

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He is really loved in Tampa. I lived in Sarasota for 15 years and saw it everyday he was apart of the Bucs. I could see this happening.

[Saratoga Slim]

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Wow - that could be a fantastic boost for the Big East. Just what the conference needs is a jolt of extra credibility, as every year lately their hottest coach seems to bolt for a higher profile gig (Rodriguez, Kelly). I like it.

USF is on the verge of being a very strong program. This would make them a powerhouse. As a big 'Cuse fan, it's a little scary. But in the long run, I think the 'Cuse would benefit from a stronger overall conference.

[better days]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

OK, I know this is not directly related to the Bills. But since some people would like us to at least talk to Dungy, and also because it's NOT a Cowher thread, I thought I'd share this here.....

Sources say former Colts/Bucs coach Tony Dungy was on the USF campus today meeting with AD Doug Woolard.

I have no idea if the meeting was anything regarding the head coaching position, but I'd be shocked if it wasn't discussed.

Dungy's son is a USF recruit.

He still lives in Tampa, and he of course is very revered in that city. He's loved.

This would be big news if he went to USF to coach the Bulls and his son.

Think he could do it?

Living down in S.W.Fla as I do also Sal, I'm sure you know that Dungy loves Tampa. If he were to get back into Coaching this would be a perfect fit. Nice post.

[Demon]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

Some tv station in Tampa also reported Dungy would be meeting with USF officials today. I read it on another forum.

[BILLSROCK1212]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

i think he would most certainly do it or at least consider it, i think the final decision will fall upon his son

[Mudflap1]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

I think it's an intriguing thought, and maybe one of the only jobs he'd consider. But I don't think he'll do it. I've read both of his books. Tony is pretty clear that once he hangs it up from coaching, he hangs it up. He almost retired from coaching after the Tampa job. He retired from the NFL at a young age without pushing his luck.

I would say a more likely scenario is that since his son goes to the school, the AD probably brought Tony in to consult about how the school can do a good job picking a new coach, since the past one (Leavitt) unfortunately has left in circumstances that were related to being detrimental to the team/players. Kind of an informal consultant about how they can bring in a high moral guy.

[cocamide]

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This would suck. He should come to UCF!

[NoVabillsfan89]

Re: Tony Dungy.......to the college game?

He said on PTI yesterday that he never considered coaching at the collegiate level. He said he spent almost all of his career in the pros and the thought never crossed his mind.

And he is one guy I take at his word.