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UNI football falls to Illinois State, 23-21

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --- UNI was able to drive into Illinois State territory in the final minute of play, but was unable to complete the comeback as the Panthers fell to the Redbirds, 23-21 in the UNI-Dome on Saturday in Missouri Valley Football Conference play.

led the Panther running game with 90 net yards on 13 carries, as totaled 55 yards on 9 touches with one rushing touchdown. Quarterback threw for 212 yards on 14 completions, including one touchdown pass to . caught 5 passes for 75 yards to lead UNI in receiving. On defense, led with a game-high 14 tackles, plus one tackle for loss.