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The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

EIU football head coach Chris Wilkerson yells at his defense to make a stop during Eastern’s overtime loss 27-20 to UT Martin at O’Brien Field on Saturday.

EIU football faces No. 7 Tennessee Tech on senior day

Payton Liggins, Assistant Sports Editor November 7, 2025

Eastern Illinois  will close out its home schedule as they host No. 7 Tennessee Tech  for senior day. The Panthers (3-6, 2-4) will look to play a full game of complementary football, after a...

Eastern Illinois University football redshirt freshman Connor Wolf rolls out in the pocket to look for an open receiver during Eastern’s 21-10 loss to Gardner-Webb on homecoming at O’Brien field on Saturday.

EIU loses sixth homecoming game since 2018

Cameron Thomas, Sports Reporter October 11, 2025

The running game dominated Eastern in a 21-10 homecoming loss to Gardner-Webb. The Panthers allowed 251 total rushing yards which is the most they have given up this season. Gardner-Webb’s offense...

Eastern Illinois University redshirt running back Charles Kellom runs past Tennessee State redshirt junior linebacker Micah Gray as Gray is blocked from getting to Kellom during Eastern’s 31-7 win against Tennessee State at O’Brien field on Saturday.

Three takeaways from the Panthers 2-0 start in conference play

Payton Liggins, Assistant Sports Editor October 10, 2025

After two Big South-Ohio Valley Conference matchups, Eastern Illinois is proving it can compete with anyone in the league. The Panthers opened conference play with a 31-23 win over Western Illinois...

Eastern Illinois University redshirt senior tight end Joe McNab (right) yells to celebrate at redshirt junior wide receiver Landers Green after Mcnab scores his first career touchdown during Eastern’s 31-7 win against Tennessee State at O’Brien field on Saturday.

EIU football wins turnover battle, cruises past Tennessee State

Cameron Thomas, Sports Reporter October 4, 2025

A balanced team performance moved Eastern Illinois to 2-0 in Big South-Ohio Valley Conference play with 31-7 over Tennessee State Saturday at O'Brien Field.  This is the first time since 2017 Eastern...

Eastern Illinois University football redshirt junior tight end Alex Ginnever hits his helmet after making a big play as he runs to the sideline during Eastern’s 38-14 loss to Indiana State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

EIU football rides momentum into game against Tennessee State

Payton Liggins, Assistant Sports Editor October 3, 2025

Eastern Illinois (2–2, 1–0 OVC) will host Tennessee State (1-3, 0-1 OVC) in both teams’ second conference game. The Panthers are coming off a hard-fought 31-23 road win against Western Illinois,...

Eastern Illinois University football led out on the field by head coach Chris Wilkerson as blue smoke is released is around the team during the Mid-American Classic against Illinois State as Eastern lost 42-30 at O’Brien field on Saturday.

EIU football begins Big South-OVC play following bye week

Payton Liggins, Assistant Sports Editor September 26, 2025

Eastern Illinois begins Big South-Ohio Valley Conference play Saturday with a trip to in-state rival Western Illinois, starting a stretch of eight consecutive league games that will determine the Panthers’...

(Thumbnail Edition) Eastern Illinois University redshirt freshman Connor Wolf jumps up to throw the ball downfield while Illinois State sophomore linebacker Anthony Corona tries to get to Wolf during the Mid-American Classic against Illinois State as Eastern lost 42-30 at O’Brien field on Saturday.

Panthers of the Week: Connor Wolf, Katie Kopshever

Gabe Newman, Sports Editor September 15, 2025

The male Panther of the Week is going to Connor Wolf from the football team. The redshirt freshman quarterback from Ada, Michigan, set a program record for most passing yards in a game by a freshman...

Eastern Illinois University redshirt junior defensive back Kaleb Lyons jumps up to intercept the ball. The interception was back after an offsides penalty during the Mid-American Classic against Illinois State as Eastern lost 42-30 at O’Brien Field on Saturday.

Panthers fight back, come up short vs. No. 4 ISU

Payton Liggins, Assistant Sports Editor September 13, 2025

Eastern Illinois quarterback Connor Wolf made his collegiate debut one to remember, throwing for 411 yards and four touchdowns.   Wolf’s chemistry with wide receiver CJ Nelson was electric, producing...

Eastern Illinois University football redshirt junior defensive back Kaleb Lyons dives to tackle Indiana State senior wide receiver Rashad Rochelle in the middle of the field during Eastern’s 38-14 loss to Indiana State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

EIU aims for Mid-America Classic trophy against No. 7 Illinois State

Cameron Thomas, Sports Reporter September 12, 2025

The Mid-America Classic returns to Charleston as Eastern Illinois faces No. 7 Illinois State. The Panthers look to reclaim the trophy in the 113th meeting with the Redbirds. Saturday will be the 20th...

Eastern Illinois University football redshirt freshman quarterback Connor Wolf prepares to throw the ball in the fourth quarter of Eastern’s 38-14 loss to Indiana State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

Quarterback change comes too late in Panthers 38-14 loss

Cameron Thomas, Sports Reporter September 6, 2025

Panthers redshirt freshman Connor Wolf plays in first collegiate game in a 38-14 loss to Indiana State this afternoon.  Eastern was down 24-7 late in the third quarter when redshirt freshman Wolf...

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