This is a weekly breakdown of our opponent, giving you all you need to know while watching the game this Saturday.  DISCLAIMER: Some of this may actually be true.

How we don’t lose:  Score more points than them.  Simple enough, right?

Where:  The Cradle of Bubble Screens, Ross-Ade Stadium 

Who: Southern Illinois University.  They will be traveling from Carbondale, Illinois (known as the Dirty Dale).  With an ACT requirement of 18, I hope the directions we give them are easy to follow. 

Mascot: Salukis.  What is a Saluki? Well let me tell you.  A Saluki is a dog, much like a greyhound.  Having African roots, the Saluki hunts gazelles.  However, I wouldn’t like its’ chances being hit by a train. 

Fun Fact: Southern Illinois University’s football program is in the FCS (formerly known as Division 1-AA).  However, don’t sleep on the Salukis for this reason.  Last year our sole win was to Indiana State, an FCS opponent.  We only won by 6. 

Notable Alumni: Jenny McCarthy, 1994 Playmate of the Year.  Jim Belushi, Actor.  Randy “Macho Man” Savage, WWF and WCW wrestler.  Curt Jones, Found of Dippin’ Dots. Player to Watch: Malcolm Agnew.  Leading the offense for the Salukis, Malcolm is their starting running back.  After playing for Oregon State for two seasons, he transferred closer to home (St. Louis) after dealing with a hamstring injury.  Malcolm has led the Salukis to a hot start and is one of the premier players in FCS football. 

Next Week: University of Iowa