Category: Southern Illinois
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Pushing aside last season’s disappointment, Southern Illinois takes aim on playoff berth
That was then. This is now. It’s a slogan that fits Southern Illinois football well as veteran head coach Nick Hill and his players push aside the disappointment of last year’s non-playoff fall into the promise of this season.
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After nearly a lifetime on the move, redshirt sophomore Archibald settling into Eastern defensive line
Eastern Illinois defensive lineman Aidan Archibald has lived a nomadic life. But, perhaps for the first time, he’s in a place that truly feels more like home.
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Punt formation, targeting adjustments headline rules changes for 2026 season
Punt formations and targeting penalties will see adjustments via college football rules changes the 2026 college football season. However, one potential change will not go into effect this fall.
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Underclassmen unveiling: Youth will help fuel Saluki defense, head coach Hill says
Even in this NIL/transfer portal era, Southern Illinois head coach Nick Hill still believes in signing high school recruits. The Saluki defense certainly illustrates that.
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Southern Illinois QBs Williams, Curry take on different roles during spring practices
Spring practices looked different this year for Southern Illinois quarterbacks D.J. Williams and Jake Curry in Carbondale.
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After grabbing attention in winter weight room, transfer DT Johnson impresses in SIU spring practices
Troy University transfer ShuMond Johnson is expected to provide Southern Illinois with solid play at defensive tackle this fall.
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Bulkier Southern Illinois WR Thomas turns heads with off-season turnaround
Southern Illinois wide receiver Kyle Thomas has gained 28 pounds over the past year and turned plenty of heads this spring in Carbondale.
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New opportunity awaits Southern Illinois CB Shepard after impressive debut season
Gavin Shepard started every game for Southern Illinois last season. Now he’s working toward a position change in the Salukis’ secondary.
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‘Better’ version of WR Middleton is back in Carbondale again, ready for strong spring
Wide receiver Allen Middleton has returned to Southern Illinois and is prepared to make a big impact this spring for the Salukis.
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Illinois FCS transfer tracker: Winter 2026 update
With the trimmed down transfer window closed and spring semester classes and winter workouts in full swing, Prairie State Pigskin breaks down where the Illinois FCS programs stand.
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