22 Facts About Peria Jerry

Peria Edward Jerry is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League.

Peria Jerry was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the 2009 NFL draft.

Peria Jerry played college football for the University of Mississippi.

Peria Jerry is the older brother of former offensive guard John Jerry.

Peria Jerry was named first team All-State by The Clarion-Ledger.

Peria Jerry signed with Ole Miss in the 2004 recruiting class, but decided to attend Hargrave Military Academy.

Peria Jerry played in eight games at Hargrave during the 2004 season and was credited with 30 tackles, including five quarterback sacks.

In 2006, Peria Jerry battled through injuries to play in eight games, making six starts along the defensive line.

Peria Jerry made starts at end, tackle and nose tackle.

Peria Jerry totaled 22 tackles on the season with 1 tackle for a loss and 1 QB sack.

Peria Jerry moved from tackle to end and promptly emerged as the starter.

Peria Jerry was rated an "Emerging Star" at Ole Miss by Lindy's magazine.

In 2007, Peria Jerry was named to the Second Team All-SEC by the Associated Press and Rivals.

Peria Jerry started all 12 games at defensive tackle and was ranked sixth in the SEC in tackles for losses with 14.

Peria Jerry finished second on the team in TFLs, 3 and a half QB sacks, 4 QB hurries and 58 total tackles.

In 2008, Peria Jerry was named to the All-SEC First Team by the leagues coaches and to the All-SEC First Team by the nation's news media.

Peria Jerry was selected in the first round with the 24th overall pick by the Atlanta Falcons.

Peria Jerry was signed to a five-year contract by the Falcons on July 30,2009.

Peria Jerry competed with Trey Lewis to replace Grady Jackson, who was not re-signed by the Falcons, at defensive tackle.

Peria Jerry suffered a major knee injury on September 20,2009, which caused him to miss the remainder of the 2009 season.

On July 31,2014, Peria Jerry announced his retirement from the NFL.

Peria Jerry is the older brother of former NFL player John Jerry.