Former American football defensive lineman William Anthony Perry spent ten seasons in the National Football League (NFL), mostly with the Chicago Bears. He was known as “The Refrigerator” because to his imposing size. In the first round of the 1985 NFL Draft, the Bears selected him from Clemson University, where he played collegiate football.
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As a part of the Bears squad that took home the franchise’s lone Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl XX during his rookie season, Perry rose to prominence. At 335 lb (152 kg), Perry set the previous record for the heaviest player to score a touchdown during the season while occasionally playing fullback in goalline situations.
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How many sacks did William Perry have in his career?
In 138 games he participated in, he recorded 29.5 sacks and five recovered fumbles that he returned for a total of 71 yards. In his offensive career, he gained five yards on the ground for two touchdown runs and one touchdown reception.
Why did William Perry sell his Super Bowl ring?
William “Refrigerator” Perry, a legend in the NFL, was forced to sell his Super Bowl ring when he fell victim to drinking and fought life-threatening ailments.
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