Tag: Illinois State University

New Illinois State quarterback Zack Annexstad was the former starter at Minnesota. He has impressed coaches with his leadership skills.

Franky West (center) had four tackles and a game-high three pass breakups during the annual Illinois State spring football game. (Photo by GoRedbirds.com) By Barry Bottino NORMAL — Having a few butterflies was understandable for Franky West in his first collegiate start last fall. The Normal Community High School grad got the call to start…

Illinois State quarterback Zack Annexstad, a transfer from Minnesota, led the Red team to a 21-20 victory in the annual spring game.

Illinois State long snapper Peyton Cramer is the third generation of his family to become a volunteer firefighter.

During the February signing period, Illinois State added six FBS transfers, including four on the offensive side of the ball.

New Western Illinois head coach Myers Hendrickson called his first recruiting class of 17 signees “a special group.”

Illinois State linebacker Boomer Grigsby has been named to the 2022 College Football Hall of Fame Class.