Jack Tatum

January 10, 2024
Football Player

Quick Facts

Jack Tatum
Full Name Jack Tatum
Occupation Football Player
Date Of Birth Nov 18, 1949(1949-11-18)
Age 75
Date Of Death July 27, 2010, Oakland, CA
Birthplace Cherryville
Country United States
Birth City North Carolina
Horoscope Scorpio

Jack Tatum Biography

Name Jack Tatum
Birthday Nov 18
Birth Year 1949
Place Of Birth Cherryville
Home Town North Carolina
Birth Country United States
Birth Sign Scorpio
Spouse Denise Tatum
Children(s) Samuel Lewis Tatum, Dorien Hogan, Jestynn Tatum

Jack Tatum is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on November 18, 1949 in Cherryville, North Carolina, United States. Oakland Raiders safety nicknamed The Assassin for his terrific hits, including one that left a Patriots receiver paralyzed.

He was also the defender on one of the NFL’s most famous plays – the Immaculate Reception – aiding in the interception of Terry Bradshaw‘s pass.

He was married to Denise Tatum. He grew up in Passaic, New Jersey.

Jack Tatum Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Football Player
House Living in own house.

Jack Tatum is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jack Tatum 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He had little interest in sports until high school, when he joined the football team and quickly earned All-American honors.

In his 10 seasons in the NFL he was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and won the Super Bowl in 1977.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 5 ft 10 in

Jack Tatum height 5 ft 10 in Jack weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Jack Tatum Dating?

According to our records, Jack Tatum married to Denise Tatum. As of December 1, 2023, Jack Tatum’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Jack Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jack Tatum celebrates birthday on November 18 of every year.

Did Tatum ever apologize to Stingley?

Tatum retired from football in 1980 and published a book, They Call Me Assassin, in which he confirmed that he never considered an apology because he was just doing what he was paid to do.

What happened to Jack Tatum?

Tatum died in Oakland on July 27, 2010, after a heart attack. The Oakland Raiders released a statement that: “Jack was the standard bearer and an inspiration for the position of safety throughout college and professional football,” while Ronnie Lott stated that Tatum was one of his “football heroes”.

Why is Jack Tatum not in the Hall of Fame?

In his 10 seasons, Tatum was a three time Pro Bowler, two time All-Pro, and Super Bowl Champion. Tatum likely loses out on Hall of Fame consideration due to the nature of his hits by today’s standards.

Did Jack Tatum go to Ohio State?

Jack Tatum was one of the dominant defensive players and most intimidating forces in college football during his career at Ohio State. A three-year starter, a two-time All-American and the National Defensive Player of the Year as a senior, he was known for his tenacity and fierce style of play.

Who put the hit on Darryl Stingley?

Stingley, who also returned punts and kickoffs, finished with 14 receiving touchdowns in his five seasons with the Patriots. His career was cut short when he was injured during a preseason game in 1978. During that game, Oakland Raiders safety Jack Tatum put a hit on him that left him paralyzed.

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