Tag: OVC-Big South Football Association
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Two-sport WIU standout Keith expected to make a big leap come fall
Western Illinois sophomore cornerback Don Paul Keith returns as a key piece in the Leatherneck defense. The Michigan native also competed in track this offseason.
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Iowa State transfer has ‘solidified himself’ at inside linebacker, WIU coach says
Nick Reinickie, a transfer from FBS Iowa State, was voted as one of six team captains by his teammates and is set to start at inside linebacker for Western Illinois.
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Western Illinois shifts focus from league-leading rusher to more balanced approach
While Western Illinois featured the OVC-Big South’s leading rusher last season, the Leathernecks will likely display a more balanced running game this fall.
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Katumbusi at center of revamped Eastern Illinois offensive line
Redshirt sophomore Rahfeeq Katumbusi, who earned second team OVC-Big South recognition as well as being named a first team Phil Steele Freshmen All-American last fall, anchors the Eastern Illinois offensive line.
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Western sophomore OLB Buckner ‘can’t wait to play this year’
Sophomore Justin Buckner will play a key role on defense this fall for the Western Illinois Leathernecks.
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Western Illinois RB Knight ready to ‘get my feet wet again’ after broken leg derailed last season
After winning three of its final four games last fall, Western Illinois begins spring practice under third-year head coach Joe Davis.
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Lone returnee LaCrue targets ‘becoming a more complete quarterback’ as EIU begins spring ball
A year ago, Cole LaCrue was the new kid in town. Now, he’s the lone returning quarterback on the Eastern Illinois roster.
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Illinois FCS transfer tracker: Winter 2026 update
With the trimmed down transfer window closed and spring semester classes and winter workouts in full swing, Prairie State Pigskin breaks down where the Illinois FCS programs stand.
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Western Illinois adds a former Redbird, Panther with its 26-player, mid-year transfer class
WIU brought in 26 mid-year transfers, 15 on defense and 11 on offense.
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Season recap capsule ‘25: Western Illinois Leathernecks
Second-year head coach Joe Davis’ Leathernecks won three of their final four games.
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