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After snapping 5-game skid, battered WIU enjoys a much-needed bye week break

Western Illinois welcome a much-needed bye this week after beating Tennessee State to snap a five-game losing streak.
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Versatile D-line newcomer Davis gaining skills, playing time for Eastern Illinois

Eastern Illinois defensive end Knowledge Davis doesn’t say much, but he’s got plenty of people talking about his play this season.
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Moving the Chains with . . . Illinois State TE Scotty Presson Jr.

Scotty Presson Jr. played travel baseball and AAU basketball while growing up in St. Louis. He won an Illinois Class 3A state football championship at East St. Louis and is considered by many to be the sharpest dressed Illinois State player.
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Illinois State’s playoff resume boosted by Saturday’s road victory

Saturday’s No. 18 Illinois State victory at No. 21 South Dakota, a team that the Redbirds are contending with for an at-large FCS playoff spot, could prove to be key come postseason selection time.
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SIU cornerback McClendon providing big plays as Salukis make FCS playoff push

Southern Illinois cornerback Jeremiah McClendon grabbed his first interception of the season Saturday, but his impact is being felt throughout the defense.
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Saluki rewind: Bounceback victory no surprise to Southern Illinois head coach

Southern Illinois scored 24 first-half points Saturday to beat Northern Iowa and snap a two-game losing streak, 31-17.
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Redbird rewind: Illinois State pulls out key road win at South Dakota

No, 18/20 Illinois State grabbed a key road victory Saturday that should enhance the Redbirds’ postseason resume.
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Leatherneck rewind: Western leans on defense to break 5-game losing streak

Western Illinois used a strong defensive effort Saturday to break a five-game losing streak with a 17-16 victory against Tennessee State.
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Panther rewind: Blocked field goal thwarts Eastern Illinois

Eastern Illinois suffered its third straight OVC-Big South loss, falling 17-16 Saturday at Charleston Southern.
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Preparation creates confidence for Southern Illinois linebacker Fiegel

Southern Illinois linebacker Ben Fiegel has long relied on preparation to help him on the football field. He had 12 tackles last week against North Dakota.