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Speedy Illinois State WR Mailander in a hurry to add polish to his skill set

Illinois State’s Luke Mailander relied on speed last season, but has added a more well-rounded skill set this season for the No. 10 Redbirds.
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Hot-handed Worsley snares his share in 10-game Eastern Illinois takeaway streak

Eastern Illinois safety Brandon Worsley and the Panthers host league-leading Southeast Missouri at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Ohio Valley Conference.
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‘His confidence has skyrocketed’: Southern WR Thomas thriving in role as go-to guy

As Southern Illinois begins its final stretch of the season, Kyle Thomas can reach an SIU milestone with 248 receiving yards over the next four games.
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WIU freshman WR Coleman continuing to adjust while producing at collegiate level

Former Providence Catholic receiver Xavier Coleman has emerged as a key player in the Western Illinois offense.
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Moving the Chains with … Southern Illinois running back Chandler Chapman

Southern Illinois running back Chandler Chapman attended high school across the street from Mississippi’s gulf coast. Being around the water is a major thing he misses about home.
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Southern Illinois return specialist Marrero Jr. making an impact in disrupted 5th year

Southern Illinois return specialist was finally ruled eligible last month to play his fifth year with the Salukis. He returned a punt for a TD against Illinois State.
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Harman grateful to be back from injury and contributing to Illinois State defense

Illinois State junior Ben Harman has returned from a 2025 season-ending foot injury to beceome a stalwart in the defensive line.
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Redbird rewind: Illinois State finds a quarterback, gets back on winning track

No. 13 Illinois State snapped a two-game losing streak with a 35-14 victory against rival Southern Illinois Saturday in Carbondale.
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Saluki rewind: SIU’s offensive struggles front and center in Homecoming loss to rival Redbirds

Southern Illinois did not surpass 100 total offensive yards Saturday until late in the third quarter and stumbled to a 35-14 loss.
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Leatherneck rewind: Southeast Missouri overcomes Western with 4th quarter surge

Southeast Missouri rode an 18-point swing to defeat Western Illinois, 40-30, Saturday in Ohio Valley Conference action.