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Fletcher Joseph Perry (January 22, 1927 – April 25, 2011) was an American professional football fullback who played in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) and National Football League (NFL).
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Joe became known as "The Jet" and he played pro football 16 seasons, 14 of them with the 49ers. The highlights of the most impressive statistical record is the fact that he gained 9,723 yards rushing, more than any other player, but one.
25 kwi 2011 · Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Joe Perry passed away this morning in Chandler, Arizona. He was 84. Perry was well known as an extremely quick runner who earned the nickname "The Jet" during his 16-year career with the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Colts.
One of football’s greatest runners, Joe Perry was one of the National Football Leagues’ original 1,000-yard rushers in a 12 game season. Nicknamed “The Jet” because of his extraordinary quick start, he led the 49ers in rushing seven years in a row and eight out of ten.
11 lut 2023 · #49ers RB/FB Joe Perry (1952-63) was part of the Million Dollar Backfield. He was named to the NFL 1950s All-Decade Team and the team retired his No. 34 jersey. QB Frankie Albert gave him the nickname "The Jet."
Perry was a world-class sprinter, but powerful enough to play full-back on the gridiron despite weighing just over 200lb, light for the blocking duties the position required. This strength...
