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Unknowns abound as Western Illinois opens season on the road

Western Illinois begins a new era of football under first-year head coach and alum Myers Hendrickson.
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‘The Mr. and Mrs. of College Football’: Western D-line coach, wife living college football dream 1,000 miles apart this fall

Western Illinois defensive line coach Jeremy Curry and his wife, McNeese State director of football operations, are living their professional dream this fall nearly 1,000 miles apart.
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Tall task awaits alum’s coaching debut as EIU plays at FBS Northern Illinois

Eastern Illinois alum Chris Wilkerson makes his coaching debut for his alma mater Thursday night at FBS Northern Illinois.
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Moving the Chains with … Western Illinois defensive lineman Cam Washington

Western Illinois defensive lineman Cam Washington has never skated, but he is a huge fan of the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins and Sidney Crosby.
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Fresh Faces at Illinois State: Versatile DB Tracy leaned on ex-Redbird before transfer

Larry Tracy III asked his former high school teammate — ex-ISU quarterback Bryce Jefferson — for information about the Redbirds before deciding to transfer.
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Fresh Faces at Western Illinois: No matter the QB, Brantley ready to catch on

Wide receiver Naseim Brantley led FCS Sacred Heart in receiving yards last year and brings his big-play ability to Western Illinois as a grad transfer.
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Team capsule at a glance: Western Illinois

Here’s a quick look at Western Illinois University football.
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Fresh Faces at Southern Illinois: WR Gibson likely to grab key role for Salukis

Sophomore wide receiver Zach Gibson made two receptions last season, but one was a 19-yard TD catch in an upset victory against South Dakota State.
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Team capsule at a glance: Southern Illinois

Here’s a quick glance at Southern Illinois University football.
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Fresh Faces at Eastern Illinois: Barrows right at home in hybrid defensive role

Joel Barrows has rebounded from two ACL injuries during his time at Eastern Illinois and has showcased his athleticism during fall camp.