Mike Tatum
American football player
Mike Anthony Tatum (born April 29, 1986) is an American football coach who is the head coach and offensive coordinator for the Omaha Beef of the National Arena League (NAL). He is former indoor American football wide receiver for the Nebraska Danger, Bismarck Bucks, and the Sioux Falls Storm of the Indoor Football League (IFL). He played college football at Oxnard College. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Marion Mayhem in 2009. He played with the Mayhem until their disbanding during the 2010 season. Tatum then finished the 2010 season with the Fort Wayne FireHawks. Tatum then returned to Marion in 2011, when a new franchise called the Marion Blue Racers expanded into the CIFL. Tatum has also played for the Everett Raptors of the IFL.
Early life
Tatum was a graduate of Marion-Franklin High School in Columbus, Ohio. He excelled in football, basketball and track & field.
College career
Tatum continued his academic and athletic abilities at Oxnard College in Oxnard, California.
Professional career
Marion Mayhem
In 2009, Tatum joined the Marion Mayhem as a wide receiver and return man.
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