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  • Reunion in Macomb: 20 years later, new DC Fox, WIU head coach Davis together again

    Reunion in Macomb: 20 years later, new DC Fox, WIU head coach Davis together again

    New Western Illinois defensive coordinator Landon Fox was on the same staff in 2005 with WIU head coach Joe Davis.

    July 4, 2025
  • Illinois FCS transfer tracker: June update

    Illinois FCS transfer tracker: June update

    Prairie State Pigskin updates transfer additions for the four Illinois FCS programs.

    June 23, 2025
  • How does the House settlement affect Illinois FCS schools? Not well, based on fallout thus far

    How does the House settlement affect Illinois FCS schools? Not well, based on fallout thus far

    The recent House v. NCAA settlement resulted in nearly $2.8 billion in damages to be paid over 10 years. According to published reports, that breaks down to approximately $280,000 annually for FCS schools including the four Illinois institutions.

    June 18, 2025
  • Annual football camp allows Southern Illinois QB to honor childhood friend’s memory, serve community

    Annual football camp allows Southern Illinois QB to honor childhood friend’s memory, serve community

    Southern Illinois quarterback D.J. Williams is hosting his third annual youth football camp June 21 at Bloom High School in Chicago Heights. Registration for the free camp remains open for youths aged 6-14.

    June 11, 2025
  • Studious Smith embraces new starting role at left tackle for Illinois State

    Studious Smith embraces new starting role at left tackle for Illinois State

    Brandon Smith spent last season learning, and now he’s ready to thrive at left tackle for Illinois State.

    June 6, 2025
  • After ‘whirlwind’ spring, new Eastern Illinois DC settles in for summer stability

    After ‘whirlwind’ spring, new Eastern Illinois DC settles in for summer stability

    After coaching safeties at Eastern Illinois last year, Andrew Strobel takes over the Panther defensive unit.

    May 28, 2025
  • Illinois FCS D-I transfer tracker: Who’s out and who’s in?

    Illinois FCS D-I transfer tracker: Who’s out and who’s in?

    Prairie State Pigskin has compiled a list of Division I players who left and joined the four Illinois FCS schools this spring.

    May 21, 2025
  • Shaking hands and building foundations: New Chicago State coach enjoys busy first 30 days

    Shaking hands and building foundations: New Chicago State coach enjoys busy first 30 days

    Chicago State head coach Bobby Rome’s football journey includes coaching in Russia and playing college ball with new Bears head coach Ben Johnson.

    May 14, 2025
  • Speedy Eastern Illinois RB Fleming adds new dimension to his game this season

    Speedy Eastern Illinois RB Fleming adds new dimension to his game this season

    EIU redshirt freshman RB Jacarre Fleming has added more than 20 pounds over the past year to his speedy 5-foot, 8-inch frame.

    April 30, 2025
  • EIU’s Garza returns from career-threatening neck injury to earn key leadership role

    EIU’s Garza returns from career-threatening neck injury to earn key leadership role

    Eastern Illinois linebacker Jesse Garza was one of four players named team captain as the team wrapped up its spring practices.

    April 28, 2025
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