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Suntarine Perkins honored with 2026 Chucky Mullins Award

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Suntarine Perkins honored with 2026 Chucky Mullins Award

Summary

Suntarine Perkins, linebacker for the Ole Miss Rebels, has received the 2026 Chucky Mullins Courage Award on August 8, 2026. The award recognizes his leadership and determination as he heads into his senior season. Perkins has made significant contributions to his team with 179 tackles and 18.5 sacks over his first three years at Ole Miss. The Chucky Mullins Courage Award, named after the late player who suffered a life-altering injury, is one of the highest honors for defensive players at Ole Miss. Perkins’s acknowledgment illustrates his impact on and off the field, affirming his role as a key leader for the Rebels.

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•Perkins has recorded 179 tackles and 18.5 sacks in three seasons.
•The award is named after Chucky Mullins, who faced a career-ending injury.
•Previous winners include notable players like Patrick Willis and Mike Marry.
•Perkins is also on the Bronco Nagurski Award watch list.
•The award is celebrated at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium during home games.

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6:24 PMYahoo Sports — Ole Miss football LB Suntarine Perkins receives Chucky Mullins Courage Award for 2026
6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Suntarine Perkins wins Chucky Mullins Award for 2026 season

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Ole Miss football linebacker Suntarine Perkins won the 2026 Chucky Mullins Courage Award. He can wear No. 38 for the Rebels this season
— Yahoo Sports