Maurice Clarett, Mel Tucker reunite after 13 years

Former Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett ran into a lot of trouble once his career in Columbus was over. The former star was in and out of jail for years and never really seemed to get his life going in the correct direction.

Clarett has finally gotten away from the crime life and has turned his once tragic story into one of motivation. He now travels the country telling young people about what he went through, inspiring them to make their lives more than they think it can be.

Clarett was in Tuscaloosa Friday night speaking to the students on campus when he ran into an old coach of his. Mel Tucker was the running back coach when Clarett was at Ohio State and he is now in the same position with the Crimson Tide. College Spun shared a photo of the two, who reunited after over a decade of seeing each other.

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It’s great to see that a coach and player still have a rather close bond with each other. Clarett’s story is heartwarming and I’m glad he was able to pull through his tough times. I’m sure Tucker is proud of him as well.

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*Featured Photo (above) credit to USA TODAY Sports

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