Category: Illinois State University
-
Redbird rewind: Lengthy drive ignites Illinois State offense on way to 3rd consecutive win

Illinois State started the second half with a 20-play scoring drive that helped put Northern Iowa away, 31-9.
-
Nationally ranked Redbirds face struggling Northern Iowa in conference road test

Illinois State head coach not getting caught up in opponent’s poor record.
-
Healing Redbirds prepare for November’s stretch run with playoff bid within reach

Illinois State returned a pair of preseason All-Americans to its defensive lineup for Saturday’s win at Hancock Stadium.
-
Redbird rewind: Illinois State outlasts Youngstown State as All-American linebacker returns

Illinois State won its second straight game, defeating Youngstown State for the first time since 2018.
-
After biding his time, Edwards making an impact for Illinois State

Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin graduate Reese Edwards has developed into a contributor on defense for Illinois State.
-
Moving the Chains with . . . Illinois State right tackle Jake Pope

Illinois State right tackle Jake Pope shares the highs and lows of his collegiate career, along with some light-hearted thoughts in our weekly Q&A feature.
-
Opportunity knocked, these Redbird runners have more than answered

Running backs Wenkers Wright and Matt Lawson, along with quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse, have provided a solid running game for Illinois State this season.
-
‘Every game is a playoff game’ for Illinois State as Redbirds try to end FCS postseason drought

Illinois State hasn’t been to the FCS playoffs since 2019. That can all change with a strong November push, says coach Brock Spack.
-
Illinois State offense erases slow start with best passing numbers since 2019

The Illinois State offense showed off its potent passing game Saturday, throwing for its most yards in a single game since 2019.
-
Redbird rewind: Offense answers the call – again and again – as Illinois State beats pesky Murray State
Illinois State quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse had success with his arms and his legs Saturday in the Redbirds’ 40-32 win against Murray State.