Category: Western Illinois
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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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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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‘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.
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Leatherneck rewind: QB McGill leads Western’s offensive eruption in rout of Morehead State
Quarterback Kennedy McGill threw for four touchdowns and ran for another as Western Illinois powered to a 59-2 win Saturday.
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After biding his time, WIU kicker Culkin delivering with accuracy
Western Illinois kicker Ronan Culkin is 5-for-5 on field goals this season, including three made kicks last weekend against FBS Wisconsin.
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Leatherneck rewind: Big 10 Wisconsin trips Western Illinois
Western Illinois fell, 36-9, Saturday night at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisc.
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Transfer safety Romulus, WIU Leathernecks switch focus to Big Ten battle in Madison
Western Illinois plays at FBS Wisconsin Saturday night. The Leathernecks and Badgers have met three times previously.
