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What do FBS programs get out of playing FCS opponents?
Prairie State Pigskin examines the reasons why Illinois FCS schools schedule in-state FCS programs and if it’s likely to continue.
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Fresh Faces: Sure-handed Middleton catching on, absorbing lessons for Salukis

Redshirt freshman Allen Middleton has advanced his skills as a wide receiver for the Salukis and is expecting to make a big impact this fall.
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New faces, new roles: Eastern Illinois encouraged by ‘competitive’ CB group

Several new faces, along with holdovers in new roles, are part of a “competitive” group of cornerbacks at Eastern Illinois this fall.
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Two-minute warning, sideline tablets headline FCS rules changes this fall

Prairie State Pigskin sought the opinions of the four Illinois FCS head coaches on rules changes for the upcoming 2024 season.
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Missouri Valley Football Conference faces potentially daunting challenges ahead, according to league media panel

Prairie State Pigskin contacted four media members who regularly cover the Missouri Valley Football Conference to assess where the league is at and where it may be headed.
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Yes, it’s true: A fan will call the first offensive play for Western Illinois in the Leathernecks’ home opener

Mike Masucci, the father of senior kicker Christiaan Masucci, won a raffle giving him the choice for WIU’s initial snap at Hanson Field next fall.
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Salukis head to Fargo for next Missouri Valley challenge with playoff implications

With both teams coming off a conference loss, Southern Illinois and North Dakota State seek their seven win.
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No. 13 SIU seeks return to win column against Missouri Valley newcomer

Following last Saturday’s disappointing defeat, No. 13 Southern Illinois seeks a rebound against conference newcomer Murray State.
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Georgetown transfer QB Holley proving to be a difference maker for EIU

With both teams coming off heartbreaking losses, Eastern Illinois and Southeast Missouri meet in Cape Girardeau intent on grabbing a conference victory.
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Eastern Illinois determined to hold the line against nation’s leading rusher in conference clash of ranked teams

UT Martin’s Sam Franklin enters Saturday’s Big South-OVC Alliance matchup as the top rusher in FCS.