Perry's athletic performances earned him a full-ride scholarship to attend Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina, where he played for coach Danny Ford's Clemson Tigers football team from 1981 to 1984.

Dec 20, 2024 · Collegiate Success at Clemson. At Clemson, William Perry showcased his strength and agility, contributing significantly to the team’s defensive lineup. His college career culminated in an impressive season, helping the Clemson Tigers secure a …

Feb 22, 2024 · William Perry was born on December 16, 1962, in Aiken, South Carolina, and from a young age, he displayed exceptional athletic abilities. His remarkable performances in football earned him a scholarship to Clemson University, where he played for the Clemson Tigers football team from 1981 to 1984.

Oct 24, 2022 · Former Chicago Bears defensive lineman William "The Refrigerator" Perry has one of the most recognizable stories and best nicknames in the history of the NFL. Chicago's first-round draft pick in the 1985 NFL Draft, who had just won a college football national championship with the Clemson Tigers, became a household name in his rookie season.

Oct 2, 2021 · Perry, now 58, who lives in an assisted living facility in Aiken, S.C., will not be in attendance, but he is doing well and is expected to be able to go home in the next several months, his...

Jun 2, 2014 · When you hear the words "refrigerator" or "fridge" with Clemson football, you automatically think of the one and only William Perry. The name William Perry and his monikers such as Refrigerator, Fridge and GE became household words all across America during his Clemson and professional career.

Feb 17, 2025 · After high school, Perry attended Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina where he played for the Clemson Tigers Football Team. During his freshman season at Clemson, Perry gained the nickname the “Refrigerator” after an incident with a fellow player who could barely squeeze into the elevator.

Jun 20, 2016 · Playing middle guard, “Refrigerator” Perry earned the distinction of being Clemson’s first three-time All American (1982–1984), setting team records in quarterback sacks that stood until his brother Michael Dean surpassed him in 1987.

Oct 3, 2021 · Despite splitting time with William Devane on the defensive line in 1981, Perry had 48 tackles and four sacks, a mark for a first-year freshman that stood for over 30 years. Perry and Devane were big reasons the Tigers were able to limit …

William "Refrigerator" Perry (born December 16, 1962 in Aiken, South Carolina) attended Clemson from 1981 - 1985. Perry played for the Chicago Bears from 1985 - 1993 and for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1993 - 1994 before retiring.