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Coaches from same roots, different branches: Ravens' Billick, Colts' Dungy worked together in Minnesota, but have contrasting styles.
Byline: Ken Murray
Jan. 12--They are linked by their Minnesota past, characterized by contrasting personalities, defined by coaching accomplishments. Ravens coach Brian Billick would be as bold in a board room directing a hostile takeover as he is on the sideline taking apart an opposing defense. Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy would show the same dignified stoicism whether he's in the final two minutes of a nip-and-tuck playoff game or delivering his son's eulogy. Billick will angrily scold a player on the sideline; Dungy will critique a mistake with a stare. Billick will strike a pose of defiance at a perceived slight; Dungy will dismiss it with a wave of his hand. Fire and ice.
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