Jack Tatum, the storied Oakland Raiders safety best ... He played his final season with the Houston Oilers in 1980. Madden said that Tatum’s “toughness, tackling ability, and what he ...

Jack Tatum, the former Oakland Raiders player who ... Tatum was traded to the Houston Oilers in 1980 and played his last season with them before retiring at the end of the season.

Tatum would then be traded to the Houston Oilers prior to the 1980 season. Jack responded by intercepting a career high seven interceptions for 100 yards, despite not starting one game.

Jack Tatum, the Pro Bowl safety for the Oakland ... He played his final season with the Houston Oilers in 1980. (AP Photo/Fred Jewell) Tatum was not penalized for his hit on Stingley (pictured ...

A lot of people had it wrong about Jack Tatum. They saw him only ... stronger opponents such as behemoth Houston Oilers running back Earl Campbell. Tatum separated players from the ball.

Houston became a haven for former Raiders in 1980, with separate trades bringing safety Jack Tatum to the Oilers before the season and tight end Dave Casper during the season. With a roster that ...