OT: Jack Tatum dead at 61

[Rob0729]

He was a horrible human being. He tried to profit off paralyzing Darryl Stingley. The world is a better place today than it was yesterday.

Sorry, no need to be politcally correct for a guy like this.

 

[TrueBeliever]

I will say this - a couple weeks ago my wife and I finally got around to watching The Blind Side. Afterwards I was reading about it online and read that Lawrence Taylor refuses to see the film because it starts off with the infamous clip where he ended Joe Theismann's career. Apparently Taylor has never seen the replay and goes out of his way to make sure he never does see it, so when he heard that the clip is in the movie he decided never to watch the movie either. I don't know if that's true or not, but I do know Taylor has expressed great remorse over that play.

Now the whole Tatum-Stingley thing happened before my time, but from what I've heard Tatum never expressed this kind of remorse. At least, not until it was time to promote his book.

(P.S. As we were watching the movie and the play where Taylor broke Theisman's leg started, I turned away from the TV and told the wife she might want to do the same. The wife said, "Why? What's the matt-EWWWWW!")

 

[GroganCountry]

He was a horrible human being. He tried to profit off paralyzing Darryl Stingley. The world is a better place today than it was yesterday.

Sorry, no need to be politcally correct for a guy like this.

Well said. If you're old enough (like me) to remember the hit and more importantly, what happened after the injury, you won't shed a tear today. Injuries occur - it's part of the game, but Tatum could not have handled the whole thing any worse with regards to Stingley's situation. Tatum was an absolute scumbag. On the other hand, the way Madden and a few other Raiders reacted while Darryl was in the hospital was tremendous.

So as for Tatum, as Bill Lee would say, "If Hell freezes over, he'll be skating."

 

[PATRIOTSFANINPA]

I will say this - a couple weeks ago my wife and I finally got around to watching The Blind Side. Afterwards I was reading about it online and read that Lawrence Taylor refuses to see the film because it starts off with the infamous clip where he ended Joe Theismann's career. Apparently Taylor has never seen the replay and goes out of his way to make sure he never does see it, so when he heard that the clip is in the movie he decided never to watch the movie either. I don't know if that's true or not, but I do know Taylor has expressed great remorse over that play.

Now the whole Tatum-Stingley thing happened before my time, but from what I've heard Tatum never expressed this kind of remorse. At least, not until it was time to promote his book.

(P.S. As we were watching the movie and the play where Taylor broke Theisman's leg started, I turned away from the TV and told the wife she might want to do the same. The wife said, "Why? What's the matt-EWWWWW!")

With his latest conviction of raping a teen I would think that Taylor is a bigger dirtbag than Tatum was

 

[IndyKen]

He was a horrible human being. He tried to profit off paralyzing Darryl Stingley. The world is a better place today than it was yesterday.

Sorry, no need to be politcally correct for a guy like this.

My thoughts exactly. I was watching the night it happened......an August pre season game. I remember him never contacting D.S. after this incident - and then writing a book where he showed no remorse.

 

[Deus Irae]

With his latest conviction of raping a teen I would think that Taylor is a bigger dirtbag than Tatum was

You should check your facts, and I'll leave it at that.

 

[PatsFanSince74]

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(P.S. As we were watching the movie and the play where Taylor broke Theisman's leg started, I turned away from the TV and told the wife she might want to do the same. The wife said, "Why? What's the matt-EWWWWW!")

I saw that play as it happened and have never been able to watch it since. The most graphic NFL injury in "real time" that I've ever seen.

 

[PatsWickedPissah]

I saw that play as it happened and have never been able to watch it since. The most graphic NFL injury in "real time" that I've ever seen.

Same. Stingley is missed.

 

[captain stone]

He was a horrible human being. He tried to profit off paralyzing Darryl Stingley. The world is a better place today than it was yesterday.

Sorry, no need to be politcally correct for a guy like this.

I agree with Rob, Pewster & Mr. Fixit.

F that dirty, cheating Jack Tatum to Hell.

I've hated the Faiders ever since the Ben Dreith-abetted screw-job, and that will never, evah change as long as Weird Uncle Al is alive.

Say Hello to Steinbrenner when you get there, Jackie.

 

[captain stone]

With his latest conviction of raping a teen I would think that Taylor is a bigger dirtbag than Tatum was

No he's not.

LT's an idiot, but he's not nearly the dirtbag that Tatum was.

 

[Rob0729]

A quote from Daryl Stingley before he died on Tatum trying to do sitdown between the two moderated by Deion Sanders on a CBS Pregame show:

"I told him if they showed up at my door without a camera then we could have some real healing," Stingley said. "This is a world built on hype. Selling newspapers. TV ratings. Those are real. But in my world what's important is to have a forgiving nature. I was always ready for reconciliation with Jack Tatum. I was willing to do it once before until we learned at the final hour that it was about selling a new book. That changed my mind. I could not allow anybody to capitalize on my situation any more.

"I could not understand why a person would still take that approach so many years later. How could he try to take advantage of the situation again? How could he not feel serious regret or remorse for what happened?

"If he called me today, I'd answer. If he came to my house, I'd open my door to him. All I ever wanted was for him to acknowledge me as a human being. I just wanted to hear from him if he felt sorry or not. It's not like I'm unreachable. But it's not a phone call I'll be waiting for anymore."

The Third Side - Conflict Resolution
Rest in Hell, Jack!

 

[MassPats38]

I will say this - a couple weeks ago my wife and I finally got around to watching The Blind Side. Afterwards I was reading about it online and read that Lawrence Taylor refuses to see the film because it starts off with the infamous clip where he ended Joe Theismann's career. Apparently Taylor has never seen the replay and goes out of his way to make sure he never does see it, so when he heard that the clip is in the movie he decided never to watch the movie either. I don't know if that's true or not, but I do know Taylor has expressed great remorse over that play.

Actually, the author of The Blind Side notes that Taylor was not screaming because of the brutality of the play, he was screaming because he was claustrophobic and was trapped under the pile. The author also adds Taylor was known for his willingness to live the violence the game required. This interview gives his view on that hit and philosophy in general, which does not sound to be at odds with what The Blind Side discusses.

And yes, as noted in the interview, he immediately called to see how Theismann was doing, unlike Tatum who apparently only showed up to apologize/talk to Stingley when promoting a book. I expect that defines his reputation far more than the actual hit does.

 

[FreeTedWilliams]

I'm going to have to listen to Bambi's mother on this one and say nothing...........

 

[Patjew]

Will I get in trouble if I say "good"?

Because that's what I say. Sorry to those I offend.

 

[Calciumee]

Will I get in trouble if I say "good"?

Because that's what I say. Sorry to those I offend.

I don't think you have offended anyone here.

 

[RhodyPatriot]

I thought the sky was more blue today....the birds singing a bit louder.....the flowers smelling a bit sweeter.
Now I know why.
Only shame here is Evil Jack went so quick

Rest In Peace Darryl

 

[resdubwhite]

RIP Darryl.

Jack. M'eh

 

[BradyFTW!]

RIP Darryl.

As for Tatum, good riddance. He never did anything to warrant forgiveness, so I dunno why it should be given to him just because he died.

 

[BradyFTW!]

You should check your facts, and I'll leave it at that.

Wait, you mean accusation and conviction aren't the same thing? Why was I never told about this?

 

[Patsfanin Philly]

Actually, the author of The Blind Side notes that Taylor was not screaming because of the brutality of the play, he was screaming because he was claustrophobic and was trapped under the pile. The author also adds Taylor was known for his willingness to live the violence the game required. This interview gives his view on that hit and philosophy in general, which does not sound to be at odds with what The Blind Side discusses.

And yes, as noted in the interview, he immediately called to see how Theismann was doing, unlike Tatum who apparently only showed up to apologize/talk to Stingley when promoting a book. I expect that defines his reputation far more than the actual hit does.

Actually if you watch the play, Taylor was the first to wave for the trainer/physician to come on the field. his hit was not malicious ( as opposed to Tatum's) and he tackled Theismann oddly causing the injury.
If you can stomach it...
YouTube - Footballs Greatest Injuries - Joe Theismann