Category: college football
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Trip to Iowa City brings back memories of ‘Uncle Kevin’ for ISU’s Kasper brothers

Illinois State wide receivers Eddie and Brett Kasper fondly remember Iowa City, where the Redbirds play Saturday. Their uncle, Kevin, was a star wide receiver at Iowa.
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Fresh Faces: Passion, volume set transfer D-lineman Riven apart at Western Illinois

Toledo transfer Jalen Riven has brought size and leadership to the defensive line and special teams at Western Illinois.
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Fresh Faces: Tackle or guard? To Illinois State O-line newcomer Guedet, just being on the field is what matters most

Illinois State newcomer J.J. Guedet doesn’t care where he plays on the offensive line. The transfer from Minnesota just wants to play.
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Newcomers galore provide speed, promise among Western Illinois WR group

Western Illinois has 14 new faces in the wide receiver group this season as the Leathernecks bolster their roster.
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Fresh Faces: New Eastern Illinois CB thrives on attacking the football

New Eastern Illinois cornerback Kaleb Lyons had six interceptions a season ago at FCS Morehead State.
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Fresh Faces: Sure-handed Middleton catching on, absorbing lessons for Salukis

Redshirt freshman Allen Middleton has advanced his skills as a wide receiver for the Salukis and is expecting to make a big impact this fall.
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Former pass-rush newbie Abdullah adds more tools to become Illinois State sack specialist

Amir Abdullah wasn’t a natural pass rusher when he arrived at Illinois State. Now he’s got a growing skill set of rush moves.
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Old dogs likely to give Southern Illinois plenty of bite on offensive line this fall

With a bevy of experienced players up front, the Southern Illinois offensive line will be a driving force for the offense this fall.