Maurice LaFrancis Bassett (April 26, 1931 – May 24, 1991), sometimes known by the nickname "Mo",[1] was an American football player.

He played fullback in the National Football League (NFL) for the Cleveland Browns from 1954 to 1956.

[4] Bassett was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the third round, 36th overall pick, of the 1954 NFL draft.

[2] The Cleveland news media gives the annual Maurice Barrett award to the most promising first-year player in training camp.

[2] Cleveland head coach Paul Brown said of Bassett: "[T]here's nothing flashy about Maurice Barrett.

[3] After his playing career ended, Bassett taught industrial arts at high schools in the Cleveland area.