Perry Griggs

Perry Griggs is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League in 1977 for the Baltimore Colts. He played college football for the Troy Trojans.

Early life and career

Griggs attended Lanett High School in Chambers County, Alabama before moving on to Troy State University. He joined the Trojans as a walk-on in 1973, but by 1974 was named the Gulf South Conference's Player of the year, leading the team in scoring, receptions, punt returns and kickoff returns. He set a school record for kickoff returns, and led the country in 28.0 yards per punt return.