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John David Tatum (November 18, 1948 – July 27, 2010) was an American professional football safety who played 10 seasons, from 1971 through 1980 with the Oakland Raiders and the Houston Oilers in the National Football League (NFL). He was popularly known as " the Assassin " because of his playing style.
May 19, 2023 · Jack Tatum played for the organization from 1970-79 and served as one of the top players on the defensive side. During his time with the Raiders, Tatum developed a reputation as one of the league’s hardest-hitting players. In 2010, the Raiders lost an all-time great when he died.
An NFL Legend Seemingly Wiped From NFL History Outside Of A Few Plays, Jack Tatum Was A Ferocious Player That, Even In Houston, Really Embodied The Classic Raider Mentality. The Classic Facial...
Jul 28, 2010 · Jack Tatum, the former Oakland Raiders player who earned the nickname the Assassin for his brutal hits, none of them more devastating than a blow that left New England Patriots wide receiver...
Relive the hardest hits from some of the greatest safeties to ever play the game! From Jack Tatum's infamous hit that ended a career to Kam Chancellor's bone-rattling tackles, these guys struck...
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Why is this dude not in The Hall of Fame? Seriously! Do you guys see why they call him The Assassin? God i would've hated to play against that Raider seconda...
Sep 17, 2021 · Jack Tatum was one of the most feared defenders in NFL history. In 10 years, he gained a reputation as a ruthless competitor.
Jul 28, 2010 · Jack Tatum, the storied Oakland Raiders safety best known for landing the hit that paralyzed New England receiver Darryl Stingley, has died. He was 61.
Dec 3, 2020 · In 2010, three years after Stingley passed away, Tatum died of a heart attack at 61. Tatum is still remembered as one of the hardest hitters in professional football history. Stingley will forever be remembered for the spinal cord injury in an exhibition game that ended his career.
