Tony Dungy Quotes

A collection of quotes by Tony Dungy.

Tony Dungy is a former professional American football player and coach. Born on October 6, 1955, in Jackson, Michigan, he played as a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the San Francisco 49ers. After retiring as a player, Dungy transitioned into coaching, becoming the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1996 and leading them to their first Super Bowl victory in 2002. He later served as the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, winning Super Bowl XLI in 2007. Dungy is known for his leadership, integrity, and his contributions to the sport of football.

I've said all along that God is in control.

I've said all along that God is in control.

It's okay to wander.

It's okay to wander.

Life Inspirational Life Lessons

I could never have pictured myself writing a book when I was

I could never have pictured myself writing a book when I was 25 years old. My mom was an English teacher but I wasn't that way growing up.

Mom

People look at me and see a calm, cool guy on the sidelines

People look at me and see a calm, cool guy on the sidelines and I want them to know that my Christian faith affects my coaching and everything I do.

Cool

The secret to success is good leadership, and good leadershi

The secret to success is good leadership, and good leadership is all about making the lives of your team members or workers better.

Good

Did you know that nearly one in three children live apart fr

Did you know that nearly one in three children live apart from their biological dads? Those kids are two to three times more likely to grow up in poverty, to suffer in school, and to have health and behavioral problems.

Health

But there's no substitute for a full-time dad. Dads who are

But there's no substitute for a full-time dad. Dads who are fully engaged with their kids overwhelmingly tend to produce children who believe in themselves and live full lives.

Dad

It's just really making sure I am doing the best job I can d

It's just really making sure I am doing the best job I can do as a dad. I do think that is my No. 1 job.

Dad

You never know what's going to happen. My mother was an Engl

You never know what's going to happen. My mother was an English teacher. If someone had told her that I was going to write a book, she would never have believed that. So you can never say never.

Teacher