THE ASSASSIN | Jack Tatum The Hardest Hitter in NFL History
Published 2024-06-26
Jack Tatum was one of the most formidable hitters in the NFL, acting as a true Pro Bowl-worthy safety. Tatum terrorized opponents with his punishing blows. His intimidating presence helped transform the Oakland Raiders into one of the most feared teams of his era. Recognized by NFL Films as the sixth hardest hitter in NFL history, Tatum was selected for three Pro Bowls and holds the record for the longest fumble return in NFL history, a feat that was only matched 28 years later.
For many, Tatum's career will only be truly complete when he is included in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. However, many believe that this honor will never be granted to him due to a tragic incident during a preseason game when one of his hits left New England Patriots receiver Darryl Stingley paralyzed from the neck down.
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All Comments (21)
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Yes Jack Tatum should be in Hall of Fame.
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Jack Tatum was Definitely the Hardest Hitting player in professional football, truly a BADASS. He most Definitely should be in the Hall of Fame. I was once record shopping (LP's) in Berkeley, California. I spotted he and linebacker Rod Martin coming up the street. Wearing short sleeve polo and golf shirts, JT's forearms were extremely large and very prominent, intimidating would be an understatement. My date and I thought about crossing the street, before we got to their location, but I wanted to meet and say hello. He gave the firmest handshake that I have ever had, and I still remember it well. The most Gracious player that I have ever met, took the time to meet and greet, and put his autograph on my record store receipt. I believe that the NFL should induct him, posthumously. May he,Coach Madden, Mr.Stingley and those not mentioned here,RIP.
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When talking about great safeties, his name always comes up. He should be in the HOF.
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Absolutely… he should be recognized in the hall of fame.
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These guys should all be in the Hall of Fame: Jack Tatum, Lester Hayes, Steve Wisniewski, Greg Townsend and Lyle Alzado.
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Jack Tatum was a Force of Nature
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On the basis of his field play AND his charitable work, yes. He deserves a place in Canton.
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As a Broncos fan, I can’t believe he’s not in the HOF. Players like him are what made the NFL great in the 70’s. Guessing 3 pro bowls isn’t enough and his stats aren’t great, but you can’t deny that he’s a legend.
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Yes Jack should be in the HALL OF FAME. God rest his soul.
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Bronco fan here, who, having to bare the Raider stench to say this: Jack Tatum was a great player and definitely should be in the HOF (with other snubbed Raiders). Thanks.
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Without a Doubt!! HOF all the way. Grew up watching him when he got to Raiders I '70. Raider games were always on in Vegas in the 60's and 70's. Every Sunday, then Monday too! Big Draw. We all wanted to play like him in Hi School. Always " Stylin" !!!
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Jack Tatum should have been in the HOF long long ago !
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Jack Tatum was a "Rover" in college at Ohio St under famed coach Woody Hayes. Rovers back then were combo Safety/Linebackers and so Tatum was part Safety and part Linebacker. R.I.P. Jack
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Jack Tatum has proven he should be in the HOF.
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Definitely Hall of Famer. Tatum and Ronnie Lott were the poster children for hit men. When you got hit you stayed down.
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I was born & raised in San Francisco and by no means a Raider fan. However Mr. Tatum was as good as it gets and played the game like all played, he was just better at it. He deserves to be in the Hall and it’s a crime that he’s not already enshrined in Canton.. this needs to be corrected.
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My opinion Jack Tatum is one of the Free Safeties to ever play. He impacted games with his play at all levels.
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He definitely deserves to be in the Hall..remember he was coach by men to play in a Era never to be seen again...one of the motto..during that Era was Hit..or get hit..Jack chose to do the hitting
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Yes Jack Tataum deserves to inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. A true competitor of the Game.