Category: Ohio Valley Conference
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Defensive turnaround an encouraging sign for Western Illinois as bye week arrives
The Western Illinois defense ranks third in the nation in total defense this fall, a far cry from just two seasons ago in Macomb.
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Leatherneck rewind: Western rallies late to stun Tennessee State
Western Illinois scored 17 fourth-quarter points to upend visiting Tennessee State, 28-21, Saturday at Hanson Field.
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Johnson making a name for himself in Leatherneck defensive line
Western Illinois defensive lineman CJ Johnson has been a dominant force for the Leathernecks. WIU hosts Tennessee State at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Ohio Valley Conference opener for both teams.
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Eastern coaching staff investigates bye week fixes to solve 4-game losing streak
Turnover margin and the play of running back Charles Kellom have been positives for EIU as the Panthers reach their bye week on a four-game losing streak.
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Moving the Chains with … Eastern Illinois defensive end Premiere Whitley
Eastern Illinois defensive end Premiere Whitley’s unique name is a family tradition for his musically involved parents and siblings.
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Panther rewind: Second-half outburst lifts No. 2 South Dakota State past EIU
Second-ranked South Dakota State scored 28 second-half points to pull away from visiting Eastern Illinois, 42-7.
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Leatherneck rewind: Botched snap proves costly, keeps Western 1 yard from victory
A late miscue kept Western Illinois one yard from victory Saturday in a 23-20 non-conference loss to North Alabama.
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WR Reeves catching on for Eastern Illinois after two injury-plagued seasons
Injuries and inconsistency kept Jeremy Reeves off the field during his first two years at Eastern Illinois. This fall, he’s a confident contributor for the Panthers.
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‘Us vs. Us’ mentality continues as Leathernecks travel to North Alabama for non-conference finale
“We’ve had a little bit of a mentality this fall of ‘Us vs. Us,’ really trying to focus on ourselves when it comes to our discipline, our execution & us being able to bring a positive mental attitude,” Davis said during this week’s Ohio Valley Conference media address.
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Moving the Chains with . . . Western Illinois left tackle Tyler Sulsberger
Western Illinois offensive lineman Tyler Sulsberger grew up on an Iowa farm where he learned the value of hard work and sacrifice. He shares his thoughts on everything from small town life to unsung heroes of Leatherneck football.
