Joseph Edward Odom (born December 14, 1979, in Alton, Illinois) is a former NFL linebacker. He was selected in the sixth round of the 2003 NFL Draft with the 191st overall pick by the Chicago Bears out of Purdue University.[1] On August 23, 2006, Odom was claimed off of waivers by the Buffalo Bills. After suffering a career ending knee injury, he was forced to medically retire after the 2006 season. Joe currently works for the Stephen Gould Corporation out of Tampa, FL. He is married to Aline Odom from Brazil and has three daughters: Stella Odom, Luna Odom, and Beatriz Odom. They currently live on a small farm in Myakka City, FL.
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Position: | Linebacker | ||||
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Born: | (1979-12-14) December 14, 1979 (age 42) Alton, IL | ||||
Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||
Weight: | 240 lb (109 kg) | ||||
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High school: | Bethalto (IL) Civic Memorial | ||||
College: | Purdue | ||||
NFL Draft: | 2003 / Round: 6 / Pick: 191 | ||||
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