Category: Illinois State University

Illinois State junior Ben Harman has returned from a 2025 season-ending foot injury to beceome a stalwart in the defensive line.

No. 13 Illinois State snapped a two-game losing streak with a 35-14 victory against rival Southern Illinois Saturday in Carbondale.

Illinois State travels to Carbondale Saturday for a crucial Missouri Valley Football Conference game against rival Southern Illinois.

“It surprises me that we haven’t been able to settle on a quarterback,” Illinois State head coach Brock Spack said. “We grade them and they come out almost equal.”

Illinois State QB Gage Roy shares his experiences growing up in Dallas as well as thoughts on Illinois winters, childhood Halloweens and what advice he would give to his 12-year-old self.

After a 4-0 start to the season, Illinois State has lost its first two Missouri Valley Football Conference games. Following their bye week, the Redbirds play at 3 p.m. Oct. 17 at rival Southern Illinois.

After winning its first four games, Illinois State has opened Missouri Valley Football Conference play with two losses.

Illinois State lost its second straight Missouri Valley Football Conference game Saturday night in Normal.

Illinois State, South Dakota State meet in Top 10 at 6 pm. Saturday at Hancock Stadium.