There are signs everywhere in this game of life. Sometimes you miss them, but other times they land right when you need them most, and for NFL veteran Tony Dungy, an evangelical Christian, the sign was waiting on a church seat. But when a Hall of Famer pauses to admit he needed that reminder, it’s often an indication that it is something personal. 

“It was great to be back in Church today,” Tony Dungy wrote on X on February 15. “When I arrived, they had bracelets on the seats saying ‘Psalm 46:10–God’s Got This!’ It was very timely for me as I’m facing some life challenges and trying to determine how I can have the best impact for God’s Kingdom. This reminded me that rather than worry, I just need to trust God.”

For someone who handled Super Bowl pressure to say he’s leaning on faith, it piques both curiosity and concern. Tony Dungy even shared a photo of the bracelet, and the note that read –

“He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’ God’s Got This.”

While there’s no public information about his life challenges, the 70-year-old’s statement touched both college football and the NFL. Before he became a Super Bowl-winning coach and NBC analyst, Tony Dungy was building his foundation at the University of Minnesota. By the time he finished with the Golden Gophers, he was a 2x team MVP and racked up multiple accolades, and as a coach, the first African American head coach to win it all– 1999 NFC Championship success with the Buccaneers and Super Bowl XLI triumph with the Colts.

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Just days before his church post, Tony Dungy was praising former Colts WR and current Bengals WR coach Troy Walters, projecting him as a future NFL head coach. When Walters passed on an offensive coordinator interview with the Bears, he framed it as a belief. 

“Love being their coach because they bring that positive energy every day,” he said. “It’s fun to be here. They’re fun to be around. And I think the sky’s the limit on what they can accomplish.”

And now that he’s come clean on what he’s dealing with, fans poured from all directions to soothe him.

Fans rally around Tony Dungy, who’s always led with faith

During his time in Tampa, Tony Dungy was speaking with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and mentoring young people through programs like Mentors for Life while installing defensive schemes. And as one fan wrote, “Amen. Psalm 46:10 is such a steady reminder. Praying God gives you peace, wisdom, and clear direction as you seek to honor Him,” a response fitting his long history of faith-driven leadership. 

Other supporters chimed in. “One thing I remind myself of… if I cannot control it, it’s because it is God’s place to handle and not mine. Love the bracelet!” another wrote. That echoes Tony Dungy’s philosophy of surrender and service. 

Even casual followers feel connected. “My goodness, what an awesome church! And that is one amazing verse. Thank you for sharing this with us. I have no idea how you got on my feed, that I sure am thankful for it. God bless you,” another wrote. From supporting Big Brothers/Big Sisters and the Boys and Girls Club to prison ministry outreach, he has consistently placed impact over spotlight.

Tony Dungy has remained open about faith and purpose ever since retiring and joining NBC’s Football Night in America, making moments like this resonate beyond football fans. “Praise God for his timely word. Coach, I’m praying for you and your family. May the kingdom of God respond to your needs, in Jesus name,” another fan wrote.

Another comment highlighted a career built on credibility. “Whatever you’re facing, Coach Dungy, remember America loves you, both on and off the field, as well as any trial you might be going through. You said it yourself: We are always Christians first. Many blessings. In Jesus Name!” they wrote.

From mentoring Michael Vick during incarceration to leading perennial playoff teams, Tony Dungy’s influence has extended well beyond wins and losses. And when he says he’s trusting God, the football world is standing with him.