CARBONDALE, Ill. — Running back Jimmy Athans wore the live mic during pre-practice. In his fourth year at Southern Illinois, Athans has played in 36 career games dating back to Sept. 2, 2023 vs. Austin Peay.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — We Mic’d Up one of the top defensive backs in the FCS, Saluki cornerback Gavin Shepard. Guest appearances from Coach Hill, Coach Moore, Coach Warner and Coach Davis.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — SIU linebackers coach Tom Rebholz gave a hands-on demonstration on proper tackling technique during practice at Saluki Stadium.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — During a Mic'd Up session, Southern Illinois wide receiver Kyle Thomas talks about family, and dedicating this season to his late aunt, Charlitta Fryer.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Saluki senior linebacker Chris Presto wore the hot mic during pre-practice on July 28.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Saluki Football training camp opened up on Monday morning, and our cameras were there. Check out some of the sights and sounds from Day 1 of camp.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Saluki Football head coach Nick Hill spoke to the team on Report Day (July 26, 2026), the night before the opening of training camp.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In the sixth and final installment of our video series, Unscripted with Nick Hill, he talks about finding peace and joy in everyday life, and how the game of football challenges a person to do that.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In Part 5 of our video series with Saluki Football head coach Nick Hill, he explains how his faith strengthens him to serve others.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In Part 4 of our video series with Saluki Football head coach Nick Hill, he explains his "Why" when it comes to coaching.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In Part 3 of Unscripted with Nick Hill, he talks about building strong relationships of trust between coaches and players. "It's really about the players. It's about them fulfilling their goals, their dreams, you pushing them, guiding the way."

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In Part 2 of a StrongDawgs exclusive video series with SIU head coach Nick Hill, he talks about how the Saluki Football program equips young men to take on life's challenge. Watch Video on Youtube Video Transcript "You know, the reason that you coach is ultimately to make an impact on young men's lives. When you think of a coach, a mentor as you're growing up, it's someone that you have respect for, that is going to change your life in a positive way. And I

CARBONDALE, Ill. — In Part 1 of a StrongDawgs exclusive video series with SIU head coach Nick Hill, he talks about the impact Saluki Football has had on his life and his excitement about the future of the program. Watch Video on YouTube Video Transcript “This program is really who I am. It's made me into who I am professionally as the coach now for going on my 13th season a part of the program and then as a player coming here it changed really the trajectory of my life. I go

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Saluki Football wrapped up its 2026 spring season with its 15th practice that included the annual Spring Game — a 50+ play live scrimmage at Saluki Stadium.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Every detail matters when it comes to coachign special teams. StrongDawgs mic'd up SIU special teams coach Nathan Frame during a spring ball practice. Listen-in as he goes over the finer points of playing special teams.

MARION, Ill. — Southern Illinois held a public scrimmage at Marion High School on Friday night. Head coach Nick Hill took a break during practice and invited kids down to the field to run drills with the players.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Salukis took a break during Saturday night’s practice at Du Quoin High School and let the kids take over.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — StrongDawgs put the live mic on Saluki quarterbacks coach Michael Lindauer during Saturday's practice. Lots of high-level teaching going on from the quarterback who holds SIU's single-game record for touchdown passes.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Salukis held a crisp, two-hour workout that started at 7:05 a.m. on Thursday. Check out the highlights, plus comments from head coach Nick Hill and quarterback DJ Williams.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Before he sets off on a career as a rancher, Southern Illinois tight end and Agribusiness major Aidan Quinn is taking his shot at the National Football League.