In a January 2007 column, I wrote about how Tony Dungy, head coach of the Indianapolis Colts who led his team to victory in the Super Bowl last year, pushes his players hard but doesn't curse at them, chew them out, or speak to them sarcastically -- unusual behavior in the National Football League's scream-and-holler culture.
Many will inevitably wonder whether the relatively easy ride to Wembley Wigan enjoyed this season was more of a curse than a blessing, especially if the club is relegated (and assuming it doesn't actually win the FA Cup).