O. J. Childress

Orin J. Childress (born December 6, 1976) is an American former professional football linebacker who played one season with the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Giants in the seventh round of the 1999 NFL draft. He played college football at Clemson University. Childress was also a member of the Amsterdam Admirals, San Francisco 49ers and Carolina Panthers.

Early life Orin J. Childress was born on December 6, 1976, in Hermitage, Tennessee. He attended McGavock High School in Nashville, Tennessee. He was selected by the New York Giants with the 231st pick in the draft. He appeared in four games for the Giants during the 1999 season. He was released by the Giants on August 28, 2000 and signed to the team's practice squad on August 31, 2000. He was released by the Giants on November 17, 2000.

Childress was signed off waivers by the San Francisco 49ers on November 20, 2000. He was released by the Panthers on August 31, 2001.