Tag: Ohio Valley Conference
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Western freshman QB puts first-start jitters to rest quickly, provides offensive spark
Freshman quarterback Cason Carswell’s first career start at Western Illinois led to a player of the week award from the OVC-Big South.
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Versatile Western Illinois safety Ti’a leans on experience to make impact on field
Western Illinois safety Malini Ti’a has used his versatility and experience to become one of the OVC-Big South’s leading tacklers.
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Moving the Chains with … Eastern Illinois defensive back Tienne Fridge
Tienne Fridge has played five years of college football but was better growing up at another sport. Learn all about the Eastern Illinois defender in our Q&A.
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Eastern RB Fleming shines in his moment to help power Panthers’ running game
Eastern Illinois running back Jacarre Fleming rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns in the Panthers’ 31-23 win against Western Illinois.
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Panther rewind: 4th-down conversion boosts Eastern to win in OVC-Big South opener
A fourth-down conversion in the fourth quarter boosted EIU’s confidence and sent the Panthers to a 31-23 victory at Western Illinois.
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Eastern tackles turnover drought with bye week drills, visualization of next big play
The next Eastern Illinois interception will break a nine-game streak without one dating back to October 2024.
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Leatherneck rewind: Hot start helps Western pile up 51 points, win home opener
Western Illinois rolled up 51 points and 507 yards of offense Saturday night to beat Valparaiso in the Leathernecks’ home opener.
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Western’s Richardson catches on quickly as ball-hawking cornerback in secondary
Western Illinois cornerback Justin Richardson has impressed coaches with his ball skills this season for the Leathernecks.
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Redbird rewind: QB change helps spark No. 7 ISU to win in home opener
Seventh-ranked Illinois State pulled away from Morehead State to post a 41-13 non-conference win Saturday night at Hancock Stadium.
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Panther rewind: EIU sputters early again, stumbles through loss at Indiana State
Eastern Illinois endured sacks, penalties, ejections and plenty of missteps Saturday in a 38-14 loss at Indiana State.
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