Tag: college football
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Eastern Illinois LB Engle proves to be ‘Swiss Army knife’ during spring practices
Linebacker Isaac Engle has become a “Swiss Army knife” for the Eastern Illinois defense, playing inside and on the edge as a pass rusher.
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New habits, new look: EIU head coach Chris Wilkerson welcomes spring 75 pounds lighter
Eastern Illinois head coach Chris Wilkerson welcomed spring football practices 75 pounds lighter than he was last fall.
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Eastern Illinois newcomer Evans proves to be a big catch after unique recruitment
New Eastern Illinois WR Eli Evans never visited campus during his recruitment, but he made a big impression during Saturday’s spring game.
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Southern Illinois QBs Williams, Curry take on different roles during spring practices
Spring practices looked different this year for Southern Illinois quarterbacks D.J. Williams and Jake Curry in Carbondale.
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Bulkier Southern Illinois WR Thomas turns heads with off-season turnaround
Southern Illinois wide receiver Kyle Thomas has gained 28 pounds over the past year and turned plenty of heads this spring in Carbondale.
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Teach, coach, train, repeat: Illinois State kicker Cosentino enjoys busy spring as a student teacher
Illinois State kicker Michael Cosentino has spent his weekdays this spring more than 150 miles away from campus as a student teacher.
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Amid QB competition, Illinois State offense shows off plenty of firepower in spring game
As Illinois State looks for QB Tommy Rittenhouse’s replacement, the Redbirds’ offense showed off plenty of playmaking ability in the spring game.
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New opportunity awaits Southern Illinois CB Shepard after impressive debut season
Gavin Shepard started every game for Southern Illinois last season. Now he’s working toward a position change in the Salukis’ secondary.
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Illinois State WR Gary seeks to turn season of lessons into action on the field this fall
Mar’Quan Gary learned as a freshman from two veteran Illinois State wide receivers. Now, he aims to put those lessons to work.
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‘Better’ version of WR Middleton is back in Carbondale again, ready for strong spring
Wide receiver Allen Middleton has returned to Southern Illinois and is prepared to make a big impact this spring for the Salukis.
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