Tag: Missouri Valley Football Conference
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SIU, Hill have developed a knack for knocking off FBS opponents

A former SIU quarterback, head coach Nick Hill has played a major role in five of the Salukis’ six road wins over FBS foes.
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Saluki rewind: It’s a Dawg Day in DeKalb as Southern Illinois outlasts FBS NIU

Southern Illinois grabbed an interception with under a minute left Saturday in DeKalb to knock off FBS Northern Illinois.
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Redbird rewind: ISU lights up rival as Blakemore celebrates birthday in style

The Redbirds opened their season with two straight victories for the first time since 2018.
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Western rewind: Leathernecks find a lot to like vs. ISU – except the final score

Western Illinois grabbed three turnovers Saturday against Illinois State, but the Redbirds used a punishing ground game to win, 34-18.
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Football still feels fairly new to Illinois State wide receiver Kasper

Eddie Kasper started last week for Illinois State, but football still feels new to the starting wide receiver.
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There’s something ‘special’ to Western Illinois coach about last MVFC game vs. ISU

Myers Hendrickson grew up in Macomb, played for Western Illinois and will now coach the Leathernecks in their final Missouri Valley game vs. Illinois State.
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Opening game romp allows for young SIU players to gain big-game experience

The nationally ranked Salukis (1-0) travel to DeKalb to play FBS member Northern Illinois (1-0).
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Southern Illinois offense proves it’s not lacking options in season-opening victory

The Southern Illinois offense produced five touchdowns on its first nine drives Saturday in an efficient offensive performance to open the season.
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Saluki rewind: SIU defense dominates in season-opening victory

Southern Illinois got strong performances from both defense and offense en route to throttling Austin Peay.
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Western rewind: Big plays burn Leathernecks in season-opening loss

Western Illinois allowed 650 yards and five touchdowns of 20 yards or more Saturday night in a 58-21 loss to New Mexico State.