Joe Perry
Career Overview

Players Football Joe Perry

Joe Perry, known as "The Jet" for his incredible speed, was a trailblazing fullback in American football. Born on January 22, 1927, in Stephens, Arkansas, Perry grew up in Los Angeles, California, where he attended David Starr Jordan High School. His journey into professional football began after serving in the United States Navy during World War II, where

Joe Perry, known as "The Jet" for his incredible speed, was a trailblazing fullback in American football. Born on January 22, 1927, in Stephens, Arkansas, Perry grew up in Los Angeles, California, where he attended David Starr Jordan High School. His journey into professional football began after serving in the United States Navy during World War II, where

Career Rushing Stats

NFL 1950-1963

Yards

8,378

#41 All-Time

Touchdowns

53

#72 All-Time

Yds/Carry

4.8

#16 All-Time

Yds/Game

53.0

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Career Timeline

1948-1963

San Francisco 49ers (AAFC/NFL)

Player

1954

San Francisco 49ers (NFL)

Player

1961-1962

Baltimore Colts (NFL)

Player

1963

San Francisco 49ers (NFL)

Player

Personal Profile

Born Jan 22nd, 1927

Died Apr 25th, 2011

Age 84 years old

Height / Weight 6' 0" 200 lbs

College Compton CC (CA)

Position FB

Uniform #s 74 · 34

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