Ray Childress ranked No. 18 on I-Bowl’s all-time team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:47 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Ray Childress, former Texas A&M defensive lineman, has been ranked 18th on the Independence Bowl’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. This recognition celebrates Childress's contributions both in college and the NFL. His notable career includes significant achievements during his time with Texas A&M, including standout performances in the I-Bowl and setting records for tackles and sacks. Childress's selection is based on a criteria that considers I-Bowl performance, college career, and professional accomplishments. He is one of several players being recognized as part of the anniversary celebration, which announced the top 20 athletes.
- •Childress played at Texas A&M from 1981 to 1984.
- •He recorded 124 tackles and 10 sacks in his senior season.
- •He was selected third overall in the 1985 NFL Draft.
- •Childress made five Pro Bowl appearances during his NFL career.
- •The I-Bowl's all-time team celebrates 50 years of competition.
- 9:47 PMYahoo Sports — Texas A&M's Ray Childress is No. 18 on I-Bowl’s 50th All-Time Team
"Former Texas A&M star Ray Childress is ranked 18th on the Independence Bowl 50th Anniversary All-Time Team list.
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