Koi Perich has up-and-down debut with Oregon after leaving Gophers
Minnesota's former star defensive back struggled in his first game with the Ducks.
Koi Perich, the Gopher from Esko, Minnesota, made his debut for the Ducks against Boise State on Saturday. The transfer was controversial, as Perich had a mixed debut. He played safety, covering all positions from free safety to strong safety, and even along the defensive line, but he did not participate in special teams or offense.
According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Perich received a defensive grade of 60.8, ranking 11th on Oregon's defense. He logged 11 tackles with no misses. His coverage grade of 52.5 was where he struggled, particularly in protecting against Boise State's goal line plays. The Ducks narrowly escaped a tie game, winning 34-27. Perich's departure from Minnesota was a bit contentious, as he sought a championship-contending team, and Oregon, despite recent setbacks, is expected to become one.
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