Tampa 2

Today, the biggest game in the history of mankind will be played. Ok, that may be overstating things. But the New England Patriots vs. the Indianapolis Colts is a huge deal. The two best teams in the NFL, both undefeated, head-to-head, and the winner will likely be in Arizona in February.

Though I think the Pats will win today (their offense is rocket-powered), that doesn't lessen my admiration for Tony Dungy, the Colts' coach. He's one of the few black coaches in the league, has a Super Bowl title, and devised a defense that most teams in the league utilize. And he's developed a coaching tree comparable to legendary San Francisco coach Bill Walsh. All without being the stereotypical head coach--hard-driving, irascible, motivating by fear. He's a nice guy in a profession that doesn't mint nice guys. The thing I admire about him is that he knows himself, and with everything that is going on and swirling about him, he remains true to his core. His sense of himself is strong. He loves football, but it's not the only thing to him.

He's simply a good man. And a great coach.