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Ben Perry returns to Louisville football after injury season at UCLA

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Ben Perry returns to Louisville football after injury season at UCLA
Summary

Ben Perry, a redshirt senior linebacker, rejoins the Louisville football team after spending time at UCLA where he suffered a season-ending injury early last year. Perry previously started all 13 games during Louisville's ACC Championship run. He appears to be recovering well and is expected to contribute to the defense again. With the start of the season approaching in 23 days, his experience is a welcomed addition for the Cardinals.

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  • •Ben Perry played for Louisville before transferring to UCLA last year.
  • •He suffered a season-ending injury early in the 2023 season.
  • •Perry participated in rehab and has returned to Louisville ready to play.
  • •He started all 13 games during the previous season's ACC Championship run.
  • •The Cardinals begin their season in 23 days.
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BEN PERRY #23 Height: 6’3” Weight: 215lb Position: LB Class: RS Senior Hometown: Chicago, IL Summary: They say if you love someone you have to let them go, and if it’s meant to be they will eventually come back into your life. While attributed to many, there is no confirmed source for the original author […]

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