Fred Perry Set to Choose WVU: All-Conference Safety Nears Decision to Join Mountaineers

Fred Perry Set to Join WVU: All-Conference Safety Bolsters Mountaineers Defense

West Virginia football is on the verge of securing a significant addition to its roster, as All-Conference safety Fred Perry appears poised to commit to the Mountaineers. Perry, a 5’11 defensive standout from Vienna, Georgia, has

drawn considerable interest from new WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez, who is working to rebuild the team with a combination of homegrown talent and strategic transfers.

Perry, who played under Rodriguez at Jacksonville State, is coming off an impressive junior season. The versatile safety recorded 97 tackles (42 solo), nine tackles for loss, three sacks, two forced fumbles, two pass breakups, and two quarterback hurries. His performance

earned him All-Conference honors and cemented his reputation as one of the most reliable and aggressive defenders in his division.

Since Rodriguez’s arrival in Morgantown, Perry has visited West Virginia, and the program is making a strong push to add him to the roster. Sources close to the program indicate a high level of confidence (9/10) that Perry will choose to don the gold and blue for the upcoming season.

Perry’s potential commitment highlights Rodriguez’s focus on securing players who are already familiar with his system and coaching philosophy. The move would reunite Perry with his former coach and provide an immediate upgrade to WVU’s defensive backfield.

At 5’11, Perry may not have the prototypical size for a safety, but his speed, instincts, and physicality make him a formidable presence on the field. His ability to disrupt plays in both the pass and run games makes him a valuable asset for any defense.

Perry’s decision would mark yet another success for Rodriguez in leveraging his connections at Jacksonville State, where he previously coached. Several former Gamecocks, including Jarod Bowie and Jacob Barrick, have already joined WVU, signaling a growing pipeline between the two programs.

As West Virginia continues to reshape its roster under Rodriguez’s leadership, Perry’s commitment would be a significant step forward in rebuilding the Mountaineers’ defense. Fans eagerly await confirmation, hopeful that Perry’s talents will help WVU return to prominence in the coming seasons.

Stay tuned for official updates as Perry finalizes his decision.

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