The Illinois State football team has advanced to the second FCS national championship game in school history.
Illinois State cornerback Shadwel Nkuba II celebrates an interception at Eastern Illinois on Sept. 13.
Illinois State tailback Wenkers Wright (32) runs for a first down against North Alabama on Sept. 20, 2025., at Hancock Stadium.
CLAY JACKSON,THE PANTAGRAPH Illinois State cornerback Cam Wilson (25) secures a late interception to seal the Redbirds’ victory over Northern Iowa at Hancock Stadium on Nov. 1.Illinois State players Anthony Corona (35), Chris Taylor (28) and Patrick Bauer (13) rejoice after defeating North Dakota State on Saturday at the Fargodome.
