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163
Games
76.5
Sacks
Ray Childress is a former defensive end out of Texas A&M, selected by the Houston Texans with the 3rd overall pick (round 1) in the 1985 NFL Draft. He played 163 regular-season games from 1985 to 1996. He was named to 5 Pro Bowls.
Draft Details
Ray Childress Career Stats
- 5× Pro Bowl selection, 1× first-team All-Pro.
- Primary starter for 10 seasons.
- Ranks 5th in the 1985 draft class in sacks (76.5).
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks |
|---|---|
| 163 | 76.5 |
Career span: 1985–1996.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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