Tag: Illinois State University
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Playoffs would be ‘a big thing’ for Redbirds, who try not to think ahead with 2 games left
Illinois State is in prime position to make the playoffs for the first time since 2019, but the Redbirds are being cautious not to think ahead.
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Illinois State’s defense showing off its stingy side deep in own territory
The Illinois State defense was especially stingy deep in its own territory Saturday, allowing 50 yards on 23 plays inside the ISU 30.
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Redbird rewind: Lengthy drive ignites Illinois State offense on way to 3rd consecutive win
Illinois State started the second half with a 20-play scoring drive that helped put Northern Iowa away, 31-9.
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Nationally ranked Redbirds face struggling Northern Iowa in conference road test
Illinois State head coach not getting caught up in opponent’s poor record.
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Healing Redbirds prepare for November’s stretch run with playoff bid within reach
Illinois State returned a pair of preseason All-Americans to its defensive lineup for Saturday’s win at Hancock Stadium.
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Redbird rewind: Illinois State outlasts Youngstown State as All-American linebacker returns
Illinois State won its second straight game, defeating Youngstown State for the first time since 2018.
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After biding his time, Edwards making an impact for Illinois State
Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin graduate Reese Edwards has developed into a contributor on defense for Illinois State.
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Moving the Chains with . . . Illinois State right tackle Jake Pope
Illinois State right tackle Jake Pope shares the highs and lows of his collegiate career, along with some light-hearted thoughts in our weekly Q&A feature.
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Opportunity knocked, these Redbird runners have more than answered
Running backs Wenkers Wright and Matt Lawson, along with quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse, have provided a solid running game for Illinois State this season.
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‘Every game is a playoff game’ for Illinois State as Redbirds try to end FCS postseason drought
Illinois State hasn’t been to the FCS playoffs since 2019. That can all change with a strong November push, says coach Brock Spack.
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