HERO | Former
#Salukis
defensive lineman Jason Seaman (2007-10) is being hailed as a hero. A science teacher in Noblesville, IN — he took a bullet this morning to protect his students.
Jason Seaman’s mother reports he was shot 3 times, including one bullet through abdomen. Is out of surgery and in good condition. After he was shot, Seaman still managed to help stop the shooter.
#Hero
#Salukis
head coach
@17NickHill
played one season with Jason Seaman, the hero of school shooting in Indiana. “He was a great teammate, one of the team's hardest workers. You could always trust him to do the right thing.”
Heartbreaker. We’re so proud of our players for their sacrifice this season. Thanks to our coaches, staff, and fans for all your support during this challenging year. We’ll see you in the fall!
#WeAreSouthernIllinois
BREAKING NEWS |
#Salukis
will open the 2020 season at Kansas on Aug. 29, as NCAA grants “Week Zero” waiver. Game replaces Wisconsin on SIU’s schedule and will earn $300,000 payout.
The
#Salukis
have some of the best academic and football facilities in the country. Take a look around and see what makes
#SIU
a special place.
#UnleashTheDawg
Coach
@17NickHill
received the FCA Grant Teaff Coach of the Year Award at the AFCA convention in Nashville. In addition to team success, the award recognizes a football coach "who exemplifies Christian principles and involvement and support of the FCA."
Dear
#Saluki
fans,
Thank you for your support this season. Time to pick up where our seniors leave off and come back stronger next year.
Sincerely,
@SIU_Football
More NFL dreams came true tonight. Congrats
@quabrown_
on signing a free agent contract with the
#Chiefs
. Finished his career at SIU ranked No. 16 in tackles (283) and No. 2 in forced fumbles (6).
Help us welcome to Saluki Nation our new tight ends coach, Zach Grant.
@CoachGrant_12
was 2X Academic All-Big Ten at Illinois, coached under OC Rod Smith, plus 3 seasons at Western Illinois.
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Another big-time hire, as
#Salukis
welcome special teams coordinator Jami DeBerry. Western Kentucky grad has 11 seasons as an FBS/FCS assistant, plus 2 years as a defensive coordinator.
Leaving a Legacy —
#Salukis
RB Javon Williams Jr. will enter the 2023 NFL Draft. A native son of Southern Illinois,
@javonwilliams08
reflects on his career at SIU.
#Sa19ukis
NLI Signed!
RB ROMEIR ELLIOTT
Indianapolis, Ind.
Warren Central HS
Big-time get for
#Salukis
.
@Romeir_Elliott
had amazing 2018 season for IHSAA 6A state champions — rushed for 3,045 yards and 38 TDs…FBS Ball State and Western Michigan offered.