Tag: Eastern Illinois University

Turnover margin and the play of running back Charles Kellom have been positives for EIU as the Panthers reach their bye week on a four-game losing streak.

Eastern Illinois defensive end Premiere Whitley’s unique name is a family tradition for his musically involved parents and siblings.

Injuries and inconsistency kept Jeremy Reeves off the field during his first two years at Eastern Illinois. This fall, he’s a confident contributor for the Panthers.

Chris Wilkerson’s turnovers and touchdowns mantra this season has been both hit and miss for Eastern Illinois.

Eastern Illinois fell behind by three touchdowns early Saturday and stumbled to a 49-13 loss to Illinois State in Normal in the Mid-America Classic rivalry.

Eastern’s wide receiver group received contributions from five different players Saturday in a loss to Indiana State.

EIU quarterback Cole LaCrue had seven interceptions and only four passing TDs last season. “I had to look at myself in the mirror,” he said.

Eastern Illinois lost, 42-35, Saturday to Indiana State, despite a furious fourth-quarter rally at O’Brien Field.