Category: Illinois State
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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‘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.
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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.
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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.
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After getting on the field and making plays, ISU sophomore Parks earns more time
Detroit native Teon Parks produced an interception and a memorable special teams play against Missouri State.
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Redbird rewind: Missouri State dispatches No. 16 Illinois State
Missouri State scored a season-high 41 points in its victory against the Illinois State Redbirds.
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Multiple scoring threats keeping Redbird opponents off balance this season
No. 16 Illinois State hosts No. 25 Missouri State in a noon conference matchup.
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