Koi Perich adjusts to Oregon defense following transfer from Minnesota

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Koi Perich adjusts to Oregon defense following transfer from Minnesota
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Safety Koi Perich is adapting to the Oregon Ducks defense after transferring from the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Perich, who recorded impressive stats in his freshman year, faced challenges in his second season before opting for a fresh start at Oregon. He is learning a new playbook and focusing on teamwork in preparation for the upcoming season opener against Boise State. Perich notes that he is progressing in his understanding of the defense and forming better connections with teammates as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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  • Perich recorded 46 tackles and five interceptions in his freshman year.
  • He transferred to Oregon to enhance his development after a challenging second year.
  • Perich is learning an entirely new playbook this offseason.
  • Oregon's first game is against Boise State in under two weeks.
  • Team dynamics have improved with hand signals and non-verbal communication.
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Transferring to an NFL-caliber defensive system such as Oregon isn't going to be easy, but safety Koi Perich notices the steps he's making.

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