Parker Perry wanted to make sure he fully understood the plan.

So the Festus High quarterback asked coach AJ Ofodile to repeat what he said to him prior to the outset of last season.

Ofodile told Perry that he would be inserting him into the lineup for an offensive series or two in each game in 2024.

The Tigers were in good shape at QB with standout Essien Smith.

Yet Ofodile, a former tight end at Mizzou, was dead set on getting Perry a few reps under center.

"I was a little bit surprised," Perry recalled. "I was sure there was a good reason behind it."

That reason has become apparent this season.

Perry, now with plenty of game of experience, has moved right into the open spot that came about after Smith graduated.

Instead of struggling to get his feet wet, Perry has come out of th

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