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Joined the program as a walk-on four years ago ... a developing lineman who adds depth along Cal's defensive front ... injuries have slowed his progression as a collegian, missing last year due to ACL knee surgery early into August camp and also was sidelined for 2003 spring camp due to offseason shoulder surgery performed Dec. 5, 2002 ... possesses good foot speed and athletic ability ... 2003 . did not play . 2002 ... made one appearance, garnering a solo tackle in the season opener against Baylor ... 2001 ... appeared in one game after redshirting in 2000.
High School/Personal: Voted team Most Valuable Player his senior year at Fairfield HS ... set his school's career sack record with 26, accomplished in just two seasons ... also participated in track & field as a senior, throwing the shot put and discus ... enjoys lifting weights in his spare time ... parents are Robert and Karen Perkins ... born Oct. 21, 1981 in Orange County, CA . American studies major.