The New Orleans Saints mourn the passing of former tight end Henry Childs who died at the age of 65 on Friday, June 3. A 1979 Pro Bowl selection, Childs was a key part of the team’s high-powered offense of the late 1970s.
“Henry Childs was a key contributor to our offense during his seven years with us and one of the top tight ends in our franchise’s history," Saints owner Tom Benson said. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones from our whole organization during this difficult time.”
A fifth-round pick by the Atlanta Falcons from Kansas State in 1974, Childs played nine seasons in the NFL (Falcons in 1974, Saints from 1974 to 1980, Los Angeles Rams in 1981 and Green Bay Packers in 1984), and totaled 223 career receptions for 3,401 yards and 28 touchdowns, averaging 15.