Koi Perich

Koi Perich is an American football safety for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Early life and high school
In Perich's junior season, he rushed for over 800 yards, notched 75 tackles, two sacks, three interceptions four forced fumbles, and 25 touchdowns. During Perich's first game of his senior season, he intercepted two passes which he returned both for touchdowns. During Perich's senior season, he amassed 27 total touchdowns, with five defensive touchdowns, four return touchdowns, sixteen rushing touchdowns, a passing touchdown, and a receiving touchdown. On defense during his senior season he notched 76 tackles, three interceptions, and four fumble recoveries. For his performance on his senior season, Perich was named all-state. Perich was invited to play in the 2024 High School All-American Bowl, where he intercepted a pass on the goal line, and blocked a punt. For his performance in the game, Perich was named the bowl's MVP. Perich held offers from schools such as USC, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Washington. Perich also picked up late offers from Florida State and Ohio State.

College career
Perich decided to commit to play college football for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.