Tag: ISU Redbirds
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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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Team capsule at a glance: Illinois State

Here’s a look at Illinois State University football at a glance.
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Back from severe foot injury, Illinois State DL Lewan ready for last ride with Redbirds

Senior defensive lineman Jason Lewan said he is “a little leaner, a little faster” since returning from a foot injury.
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Experience, depth and eye surgery should improve Illinois State’s offensive focus

Illinois State running back Cole Mueller credits offseason eye surgery with his improved receiving skills during fall camp for the Redbirds.
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New QB Annexstad makes big impression on Illinois State head coach Brock Spack

New Illinois State quarterback Zack Annexstad was the former starter at Minnesota. He has impressed coaches with his leadership skills.
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Downstate Rochester’s football success continues at state FCS schools

Downstate Rochester High School’s success has proved beneficial for all four Illinois Football Championship Subdivision.
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New Illinois State play-by-play voice Fitzgerald no stranger to Redbird football

John Fitzgerald, the new radio voice of Illinois State football, is no stranger to calling Redbird games.
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New Eastern Illinois coach Wilkerson proud to be a softball dad for ‘that other school’

Eastern Illinois head football coach Chris Wilkerson is also a softball dad, proudly wearing red for his daughter, Bella, an Illinois State catcher.
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No more nerves: Illinois State CB Franky West making most of his opportunity

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…
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New Illinois State QB Annexstad gives Redbirds’ passing game needed boost

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