Suntarine Perkins / Ole Miss / LB
Suntarine Perkins is a devout Christian who frequently shares his faith openly on social media and through his football journey.
The Ole Miss Rebels senior linebacker actively identifies himself as a "Man of God" on his Instagram profile, where he features the Bible verse Proverbs 16:3: "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."
His faith is a central part of how he carries himself both on and off the field:
- Scripture Sharing: He frequently shares bible verses to express his mindset. For instance, he posted Psalm 139:14 ("I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made...") as a reminder of identity and worth, and James 1:2-4 regarding trials and perseverance.
- Social Media Testimony: On his X (Twitter) account, he has openly reflected on his journey, stating, "God has been so good to me. Even on my worst days. I still see his blessings. Amen."
- Family Traditions: His football career is backed by strong family roots and a pre-game prayer tradition with his mother that dates back to his high school days at Raleigh High School.
Perkins' character, leadership, and perseverance on the team also earned him the prestigious 2026 Chucky Mullins Courage Award at Ole Miss, allowing him the honor of wearing the legendary No. 38 jersey.
