Joe Childress

NFL player
Name=Joe Childress


DateOfBirth=October 26, 1933
Birthplace= Robertsdale, AL
DateOfDeath=death date and age|1986|10|26|1933|10|26
Deathplace= Robertsdale, AL
Position=Running Back
College=Auburn
DraftedYear=1956
DraftedRound=1 / Pick 7
Stats=y
DatabaseFootball=CHILDJOE01
PFR=ChilJo00
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years=1956-1965
teams= Chicago/St. Louis Cardinals
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Joe Childress was a running back in the NFL. For his entire career, he played for the St. Louis Cardinals. Joe left the Cardinals to coach the Houston Oilers. In his 40's, Joe contracted cancer and began the battle which ultimately he will lose. Even after his death, Joe's wife, Bonnie, still carries on with the legacy he left behind. He has received numerous honors in his name that she will cherish forever. Joe was a proud father of four and a loving husband.