Joe Odom

Joseph Edward Odom (born December 14, 1979) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Chicago Bears in the sixth round of the 2003 NFL draft. He played college football for the Purdue Boilermakers.

Early life and college Odom attended Civic Memorial High School in Bethalto, Illinois. He played college football at Purdue University from 1999 to 2002.

Professional career Chicago Bears Odom was selected by the Chicago Bears in the sixth round, with the 191st overall pick, of the 2003 NFL draft. He officially signed with the team on June 9, 2003. He played in 10 games, starting three, for the Bears in 2003, recording 21 solo tackles, seven assisted tackles, one pass breakup and one fumble recovery. Odom was placed on injured reserve on November 21, 2003.

He played in 16 games, starting five, in 2004, totaling 23 solo tackles and six assisted tackles. He was waived on August 21, 2006.