Tag: Ohio Valley Conference
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Leatherneck rewind: Double-digit lead vanishes again late for Western Illinois

Western Illinois saw a double-digit second-half lead vanish Saturday in a 29-24 homecoming loss to Charleston Southern.
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From scout team to Saturdays: Western’s Bonner barges way into gameday reps

Western Illinois freshman Aa’zoriyon Bonner’s speed and big plays on scout team have earned him a role on special teams and defense this fall.
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Moving the Chains with … Western Illinois offensive lineman James Durand

Western Illinois offensive lineman James Durand explains his love for the outdoors, off-roading in the desert and his favorite Mexican restaurant in our Moving the Chains Q&A.
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Leatherneck rewind: UT Martin’s late rally sends Western to 4th consecutive loss

Western Illinois let an 11-point, fourth-quarter lead slip away Saturday at UT Martin in the Leathernecks’ 32-31 loss.
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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.