Justin Michael Perillo (born January 5, 1991) is an American former professional

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. He played

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and was signed by the

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as an

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in 2014.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

After going undrafted in the

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, Perillo signed with the

on May 12, 2014. On August 30, 2014, he was released by the Packers during final team cuts. Perillo was signed to the Packers'

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the following day. He was signed from the practice squad to the active roster on November 15, 2014, where he spent the rest of his rookie season. For the second straight season, Perillo was released by the Packers during final team cuts on September 5, 2015. On September 7, 2015, he was again signed to the Packers' practice squad. Perillo was signed from the practice squad to the active roster on October 14, 2015. He recorded his first NFL reception, a 21-yard sideline catch from

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in a Week 6 game against the

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. Perillo had a breakout game against the

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in Week 10, where he hauled in five receptions for 58 yards and scored his first NFL touchdown late in the fourth quarter. On November 19, 2016, Perillo was released by the Packers.

Chicago Bears

On November 29, 2016, Perillo was signed to the Bears' practice squad. He re-signed with the team on February 10, 2017. On May 1, 2017, Perillo was waived by the Bears.

Statistics

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References

External links

Green Bay Packers bio

Maine Black Bears bio
* {{DEFAULTSORT:Perillo, Justin 1991 births Living people Players of American football from Wilmington, Delaware American football tight ends Maine Black Bears football players Green Bay Packers players Chicago Bears players