Tag: WIU Leathernecks
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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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What do FBS programs get out of playing FCS opponents?
Prairie State Pigskin examines the reasons why Illinois FCS schools schedule in-state FCS programs and if it’s likely to continue.
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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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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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Two-minute warning, sideline tablets headline FCS rules changes this fall
Prairie State Pigskin sought the opinions of the four Illinois FCS head coaches on rules changes for the upcoming 2024 season.
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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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Media roundtable examines Big South-Ohio Valley Association’s status in uncertain college football universe
Prairie State Pigskin asked three media members who have a history covering teams in the Big South-Ohio Valley (OVC) Association six key questions about the FCS league.
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Viverito’s legacy tied to the growth of the Missouri Valley Football Conference, media members say
The Missouri Valley Football Conference has emerged as the nation’s top FCS league in large part thanks to the leadership of commissioner Patty Viverito, according to three media members who have witnessed her influence.
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Three ex-ISU Redbirds continuing their pro careers in Canadian league this season
The trio headlines six players who starred at Illinois FCS programs in recent years.
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