Tag: Ohio Valley Conference
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New WIU head coach reflects, leans on coaches from his past as opener nears

Joe Davis, the new head coach at Western Illinois, has leaned on coaches from his past as he takes the next step in his career.
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Panther rewind: Big Ten foe Illinois shuts out EIU in season opener

The loss marks the third straight time a Big Ten Conference member has whitewashed the Panthers.
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Fueled by last fall’s success, EIU tight end Manaves back for more this season

The Chicago St. Patrick graduate is one of 15 Panthers who has already earned his undergraduate degree.
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Fresh Faces: Passion, volume set transfer D-lineman Riven apart at Western Illinois

Toledo transfer Jalen Riven has brought size and leadership to the defensive line and special teams at Western Illinois.
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Newcomers galore provide speed, promise among Western Illinois WR group

Western Illinois has 14 new faces in the wide receiver group this season as the Leathernecks bolster their roster.
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Fresh Faces: New Eastern Illinois CB thrives on attacking the football

New Eastern Illinois cornerback Kaleb Lyons had six interceptions a season ago at FCS Morehead State.
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Illinois FCS players enjoying long-awaited kickoff of EA Sports video game’s return
Actual football players from Eastern Illinois, Western Illinois and Illinois State react to the recent release of EA Sports College Football 25.
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EIU special teams strive to deliver again this season under new coordinator

Andrew Brady, who also coaches outside linebackers, takes over special teams.
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Learning Western Illinois offense comes with examples galore, from EIU to Albany

Western Illinois quarterback Nate Lamb learned the new offense with plenty of film from other schools head coach Joe Davis has coached.
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After big turnaround, Eastern Illinois faces higher expectations with renewed approach

Following a turnaround season in which it quadrupled its win total, Eastern Illinois strives for a league championship and FCS playoff berth.