Jamal Perry is a professional American football cornerback known for his defensive plays and special teams contributions across multiple NFL teams. After a decorated collegiate career that included an honorable mention All-Big 12 selection and the Al and Dean Knudson Award, Jamal Perry embarked on his professional football journey. Perry first distinguished himself at Trinity Valley Community College, playing a pivotal role in two highly successful seasons for the football team, including an undefeated 12-0 season in 2014. During his second year, he recorded 79 tackles, one interception, and 14 passes defended, earning first-team all-SWJCFC honors.

He then transferred to Iowa State, where he further solidified his defensive prowess by playing in 24 games with 18 starts, accumulating 90 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 19 passes defended over two seasons. In his senior year at Iowa State (2016), Perry tied for the team lead with two interceptions and ranked seventh in the Big 12 Conference with 11 pass breakups. His professional career began in 2017 when he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent. Following his time with the Eagles, Perry joined the New England Patriots’ practice squad in September 2017.

Most recently, in January 2024, he signed with the Michigan Panthers of the United Football League (UFL), continuing to showcase his skills on the professional stage.