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William "The Refrigerator" Perry

A smiling William "The Refrigerator" Perry flexing his arm while in his Chicago Bears uniform

A detail from Heinz Kluetmeier's photo of William "The Refrigerator" Perry and his teammate Otis Wilson. Sports Illustrated.

(1962- ) William Perry was a former college and professional football player. He was a Chicago Bears defensive lineman and key player in Superbowl XX in 1986. His nickname is "The Refrigerator" because of his size.

Resources
South Carolina Encyclopedia - William Anthony Perry
SC Football Hall of Fame - William Perry
Sports Illustrated - The Refrigerator's Stubborn Spiral
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