Mosi Tatupu, Patriots fan favorite

Former Patriots running back Mosi Tatupu has died at the age of 54. Tatupu was a short yardage back and special teams player who was beloved by fans for his hard-nosed, dynamic play.

Tatupu scrapped for extra yardage, as was his specialty, in this 1980 photo.
Former Patriots running back Mosi Tatupu has died at the age of 54 . Tatupu was a short yardage back and special teams player who was beloved by fans for his hard-nosed, dynamic play. Tatupu scrapped for extra yardage, as was his specialty, in this 1980 photo.
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