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Wide receivers coach Tino Smith II instructs players after a play during football practice at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.

Former EIU wide receiver connects ties for new position

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor November 14, 2024

As the Panthers had internal promotions, moving Kyle Derickson to the offensive coordinator role, there was one question within the program.  Who would fill Derickson’s old role as the wide receiver...

Joel Barrows, a junior defensive lineman (6) celebrates with teammate Ira Armstead II (0) after sacking UT Martin quarter back at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Deeper insight into EIU vs UT Martin during Q&A with UT Martin newspaper

Aidan Cusack, Sports Reporter October 26, 2024

This Saturday, Eastern’s football team will play at the University of Tennessee-Martin. Last season, the two teams faced off in what turned out to be a crucial Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) matchup. UT...

Players for both Eastern Illinois University and Southeast Missouri State University's teams scramble for a fumbled ball during EIU's homecoming at O'Brien Field against Southeast Missouri State University Saturday afternoon. The Panthers lost 34-27 against the Redhawks.

Takeaways from EIU football thus far

Aidan Cusack and Payton Liggins October 22, 2024

Throughout the football season, Eastern has faced multiple challenges on the field. Anywhere from injuries and making sure the next man up is ready to step out on the field, here are four takeaways...

Panther football's Pierce Holley (3) prepares to throw the ball at the EIU v. UofI game Thursday.

Panthers hope for first conference win against Tigers

Payton Liggins, Sports Reporter October 12, 2024

Eastern is currently 1-5 on the season and looks to rebound from a 0-2 start of the Big South-Ohio Valley Conference play when the Panthers hit the road for the first time during the conference slate this...

Panthers of the Week: Abby Reinl, Quenton Rogers

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor October 6, 2024

The female Panther of the Week is going to Abby Reinl from the women's soccer team. The sophomore forward from Sheboygan, Wisconsin, scored two goals throughout the week for the Panthers. Reinl...

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