The Clemson Insider · Jul 9, 2017
Best players in Clemson history: Defensive tackle
Michael Dean Perry will never forget the first play of his college career. It was in the season opener against Appalachian State in 1984.
He lined up alongside his older brother, William, who was already a two-time All-American at middle guard for the Tigers and was a part of Clemson’s National Championship team in 1981.
“Playing next to William was exciting in and of itself,” Michael Dean said. “We grew up playing alongside each other in middle school, junior high and high school, and now I get the opportunity to play with him at the next level in a big-time college environment.
“It was a great feeling and I enjoyed every minute of it.”