Senior DB Matthew Perry brings proven production and size to Western Illinois
Matthew Perry is a **6'3", 205-pound senior defensive back** with a track record of steady, playmaking production, including **78 tackles and 3 pass breakups in 2024** after strong seasons at St. Francis and Trinity International[1][2]. His differentiators are his length, experience, and ball skills—he has multiple seasons with interceptions and pass deflections, plus back-to-back all-conference recognition at St. Francis[2]. He profiles as a physical, high-floor defensive back who fits a team needing a mature, reliable secondary presence rather than a raw developmental project[2][8].
