Cliff Odom was a professional football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for several years. He was born on December 23, 1958, in Atlanta, Georgia, and attended high school at Southwest DeKalb High School in Decatur, Georgia. Odom went on to play college football at the University of Georgia, where he was a standout linebacker for the Bulldogs.
After graduating from college, Odom was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 1981 NFL Draft. He played for the Saints for four seasons, from 1981 to 1984, and was a key member of their defense during that time. Odom was known for his hard-hitting style of play and his ability to make big plays on defense.
In 1985, Odom was traded to the San Francisco 49ers, where he played for two seasons. He was a part of the 49ers' Super Bowl-winning team in 1988, and was a key contributor to their defense during that season. Odom played for the 49ers until 1987, when he was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Odom played for the Chiefs for two seasons, from 1988 to 1989, before being traded to the Green Bay Packers in 1990. He played for the Packers for one season, in 1990, before retiring from the NFL in 1991.
Throughout his career, Odom was known for his toughness and his ability to make big plays on defense. He was a hard-hitting linebacker who was not afraid to take on opposing players, and he was a key member of several successful NFL teams. Odom was also known for his leadership skills, and was often looked up to by his teammates for his work ethic and dedication to the game.
After retiring from the NFL, Odom went on to work as a coach and mentor for young football players. He was known for his ability to inspire and motivate young players, and was a respected figure in the football community. Odom passed away on December 12, 2008, at the age of 49, but his legacy as a great football player and mentor lives on.
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