Category: Western Illinois
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Moving the Chains with . . . Western Illinois DB Christian Pierce
Western Illinois defensive back Christian Pierce loved Legos as a kid while also playing the piano. Today, he fully embraces his family’s football heritage.
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Leatherneck rewind: WIU gets ‘runaround’ at Eastern Washington from elusive QB
Western Illinois could not overcome “runaround guy” Nate Bell in a 52-31 non-conference loss to Eastern Washington on the road.
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Following its home-opening victory, Western Illinois returns to the road for a final non-conference matchup
Fresh off a 51-30 win in its home opener, Western Illinois takes to the road for the third time in four games. The Leathernecks (1-2) face Eastern Washington (0-3) in a non-conference matchup Saturday in Cheney, Wash.
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Western Illinois offense taking flight with QB Irvin in pilot’s seat
Western Illinois senior quarterback Chris Irvin passed for 247 yards and three touchdowns in the Leathernecks 51-30 win against Valparaiso.
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Leatherneck rewind: Hot start helps Western pile up 51 points, win home opener
Western Illinois rolled up 51 points and 507 yards of offense Saturday night to beat Valparaiso in the Leathernecks’ home opener.
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Western’s Richardson catches on quickly as ball-hawking cornerback in secondary
Western Illinois cornerback Justin Richardson has impressed coaches with his ball skills this season for the Leathernecks.
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Leatherneck rewind: Western Illinois washed away by Lake Michigan shore
Western Illinois lost its second straight game against a Big Ten Conference opponent to open the season.
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A catch, then a kiss: Western Illinois WR Davis honors late mother after big play vs. Illini
Western Illinois wide receiver Demari Davis honored his late mother after an impressive reception vs. Illinois last week.
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Leatherneck rewind: No. 12 Illini lean on physicality to hold down Western Illinois
FBS Illinois used its physical offensive line and menacing defensive front Friday to defeat Western Illinois, 52-3.
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Last season’s ‘QB1A’ gets his shot to lead Western Illinois into 2025 campaign
Chris Irvin, last season’s backup, takes over at quarterback this fall for Western Illinois with big expectations for the offense.
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