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

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

The Daily Eastern News

Sharna Wilkerson smiles at her husband Chris Wilkerson during an interview in O’Brien Stadium.

The Wilkerson love story: Chris and Sharna

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter February 14, 2024

Love can stem from anywhere, even on the campus of Eastern Illinois University.  That's where Eastern’s head football coach Chris Wilkerson met his wife Sharna Wilkerson.  The Wilkersons were...

Panther Profiles: Ep. 15: Peyton Wilkerson

Panther Profiles: Ep. 15: Peyton Wilkerson

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz February 14, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2t3Bjms8iDRHLydmnQ2f6T?si=2Zcen_DaRJe7yH-Ask3YqQ Aidan and Patrick talk to redshirt freshman defensive lineman and son of football head coach Chris Wilkerson, Peyton...

Eastern football team celebrates after getting a interception against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

EIU football excited for 2024 season changes

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter January 27, 2024

There is still a whole semester before college football starts again. However, with the release of next season’s schedule, the players had some thoughts before the 2024 season starts. Next season, Eastern...

Safety NiJhay Burt (34), intercepts the ball for a 67 yard return touchdown. The Panthers won 27-0 against the Sycamores Thursday night.

COLUMN: How does bad weather affect football players?

Payton Liggins, Sports Reporter January 26, 2024

As the NFL season is almost coming to an end, can we address the elephant in the room?  No matter what the temperature is outside, these games are going to be played regardless.  According to PBS.org,...

Panther Profiles: Ep. 11: Nic DiSanto

Panther Profiles: Ep. 11: Nic DiSanto

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz January 17, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Eh05s5jadITl6Du8MdtDi?si=zbpRDJxiRYmRv4gnV_kdfg Aidan and Patrick talk to freshman offensive lineman Nic DiSanto. DiSanto talks about his high school experience,...

Fifth year running back Juwon Farri runs the ball into McNeese St cowboys defenders at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Panthers’ running back Farri declares for NFL Draft

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor January 15, 2024

Running back Juwon Farri announced on Instagram Monday morning that he will declare for the 2024 NFL Draft. “I am very confident with my skill set so far, I approach this opportunity...

Russell Dandy, a fifth year senior defensive back lines up against UT Martin wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

Dandy named Walter Camp All-American

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor December 31, 2023

Defensive back Russell Dandy was named a Walter Camp Football Championship Subdivision All-American on Dec. 29. Dandy is the 10th Panther to be named part of the Walter Camp All-American team. The fifth...

Panther Profiles: Ep. 8: Chris Wilkerson (Holiday Special)

Panther Profiles: Ep. 8: Chris Wilkerson (Holiday Special)

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz December 25, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Jv66UVRQHjQXUkCeGazon?si=TL9U8TrgTRWsMCn3twq4Jw Get some hot chocolate and enjoy the holiday special of the Panther Profile podcast with Eastern football’s Head Coach...

MJ Flowers, a redshirt freshman running back (20), catches the ball during practice at O‘Brien Field wednesday evening.

Flowers, DiSanto named All-Americans

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor December 16, 2023

Two Panthers from the football team have been named as All-Americans for the Football Subdivision Championship division. Redshirt freshman MJ Flowers and freshman Nic DiSanto have been selected as FCS...

Panther Profiles: Ep. 6: Mark Aitken

Panther Profiles: Ep. 6: Mark Aitken

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz December 13, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/00U5ZWpoaLPOHGLnza24e5?si=rBeagAzXQiW9AalaruDXqA Redshirt senior cornerback Mark Aitken discusses his early days of football, his time at Eastern, and the cornerback...

Safety Blake Ruffin (4) throws up his hand in excitement after successfully tackling a Sycamore player. The Panthers won 27-0 against the Sycamores Thursday night.

Ruffin named FCS All-American

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor December 13, 2023

Redshirt sophomore Blake Ruffin has been named a Football Championship Subdivision All-American by the Associated Press. The safety from Louisville, KY got named on the second team All-American list. Ruffin...

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 5: Blake Ruffin

Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 5: Blake Ruffin

Aidan Cusack and Patrick Schmitz December 6, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/501i06goaAazvzgQM8wEDs?si=k3bjcNDJSX2WN4Rxor76Jw Redshirt sophomore safety Blake Ruffin talks about his high school days in Louisville, KY, his background in baseball,...

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