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Tragedy helped sharpen Eastern Washington cornerback Josh Lewis’ focus

UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 6, 2018

Earning a criminal justice degree is often a joyous occasion, but Josh Lewis, EWU’s trusty defensive back, had yet to shake the grief that consumed him the night before.

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Same-season rematches have favored Eastern Washington in FCS playoffs

UPDATED: Wed., Dec. 5, 2018

Twenty-eight days separate Eastern Washington’s 59-20 throttling of UC Davis at Roos Field and their rematch at the same chilly venue.

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Eastern Washington notebook: Defensive touchdowns have sparked Eagles’ recent routs

UPDATED: Tue., Dec. 4, 2018

When Eastern Washington linebacker Ketner Kupp ran back a 95-yard interception return in the closing minutes of the Eagles’ 42-21 dispatching of Nicholls State on Saturday, it was a familiar sight.

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Eastern Washington notebook: Eagles defense getting better each game in march toward FCS title

UPDATED: Sat., Dec. 1, 2018

Consider Eastern Washington’s defense the Timex watch of the FCS.

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Eastern Washington turns to defense, special teams in FCS playoff-opening victory over Nicholls State

UPDATED: Sat., Dec. 1, 2018

Linebacker Ketner Kupp’s 95-yard interception return in the final minutes put an exclamation point on the rout.

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Fourteen years after playing in soggy, humid elements at Nicholls State, Eastern Washington welcomes Colonels to chilly Roos Field

UPDATED: Sat., Dec. 1, 2018

Rebowe told Lousiana media earlier this week he had no interest in discussing the cold weather his team would likely experience in Cheney – snow and a high 37 degrees is forecast for gameday – when the 13th-ranked Colonels (9-3) face fourth-ranked Eastern Washington (9-3) Saturday in second round of the FCS playoffs at Roos Field.

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Five reasons Eastern Washington is built for the long haul heading into FCS playoff opener against Nicholls State

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 29, 2018

Considering the damage the fourth-ranked Eagles (9-2) inflicted in their last four games, handling their opponents by an average score of 54-17, now seems a good time to bet on red.

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Eclectic receiver Terence Grady has been a constant for Eastern Washington

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 28, 2018

Since growing up in his great grandparents’ home in the Seattle suburb of Kent, Terence Grady has wanted a life of variety. Faith and football have been his two constants. Family provided the influence.

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Eastern Washington describes playoff opponent Nicholls State as fast, athletic

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 27, 2018

Nicholls State led by as many as 32 points in its handling of San Diego, earning the right to face EWU on Saturday at 2 p.m. at Roos Field.

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Apple Cup air raid: Top five performances by a Washington State quarterback against the Huskies

Thu., Nov. 22, 2018

Here are five of the top Apple Cup performances by a Cougar quarterback.

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Apple Cup notebook: Washington defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake, a Spokane native, ready for ‘very good’ Washington State team

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 22, 2018

Washington has limited the Cougars to an average of 13.5 points the last four Apple Cups, forcing a total of 18 turnovers in that stretch.

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Eastern Washington’s Aaron Best named Co-Big Sky Conference Coach of the Year

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 21, 2018

The second-year head man helped the fourth-ranked Eagles (9-2) earn a share of the Big Sky title and a No. 3 seed and first-round bye in the FCS playoffs.

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Apple a day has kept Washington State away as Washington’s Chris Petersen has thrived against Mike Leach

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 21, 2018

In Chris Petersen and Mike Leach’s four previous meetings, the Huskies have held Washington State to an average of 13.5 points and forced 18 turnovers.

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Rams linebacker, ex-EWU star Samson Ebukam sets an example for rising Eagles linebacker Chris Ojoh

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 20, 2018

Chris Ojoh was among dozens of Eastern Washington football players tuned into Monday Night Football, their eyes locked onto Los Angeles Rams linebacker Samson Ebukam. Ebukam, a former EWU star, flummoxed Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Monday, returning an interception and a fumble recovery for touchdowns.

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All-Big Sky Conference: Eastern Washington nose tackle Jay-Tee Tiuli named Defensive Player of the Year

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 20, 2018

The 6-foot-4, 315-pound nose tackle was named the Big Sky’s Defensive Player of the Year on Tuesday, becoming the first EWU player to earn the honor since linebacker J.C. Sherritt in 2010.

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Eastern Washington earns No. 3 seed and first-round bye in FCS playoffs

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 19, 2018

EWU (9-2) will face the winner a first-round game between Nicholls State (8-3) and San Diego (9-2) on Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. at Roos Field

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Eastern Washington had home-like atmosphere in road win at Portland State

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 17, 2018

The fifth annual Dam Cup, given to the winner of the young EWU-Portland State rivalry game, was a bonus, much like the milestone marks a handful of Eagles reached in their lopsided victory.

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Jesse Hunt helps Eastern Washington top UMKC in overtime for first win of season

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 17, 2018

Wide open in the corner in the final minute overtime, Eastern Washington forward Jesse Hunt squared up, hesitated, then remembered he had the hot hand.

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No doubt about it: Eastern Washington wins at least share of Big Sky crown after thumping Portland State

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 16, 2018

Eastern Washington wasn’t about to let a called-back touchdown impede its momentum. Not in this setting. Not with this much on the line.

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Ex-Eastern Washington star quarterbacks Bo Levi Mitchell, Matt Nichols square off for ticket to Grey Cup

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 16, 2018

Winnipeg quarterback Matt Nichols has been one of the more steady arms in CFL, but the nine-year veteran has yet to reach Canada’s Super Bowl equivalent: The Grey Cup.

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Big Sky picks: Eastern Washington won’t let Big Sky title, first-round bye slip from its hands

UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 16, 2018

Week 12 Big Sky Conference football predictions

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Eastern Washington opens home slate against Wisconsin-Green Bay in 2K Empire Classic

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 15, 2018

After lopsided losses to a pair of college basketball heavyweights, Eastern Washington is ready to take on someone its own size. And in its own arena. The Eagles (0-2) host Wisconsin-Green Bay (1-2) on Friday at 4:45 p.m. in their home opener at Reese Court as part of the 2K Empire Classic.

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Eastern Washington looks to lock up Big Sky title, first-round bye at Portland State

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 15, 2018

Beating Portland State on Friday night would also sweeten Eastern Washington’s postseason pot, likely giving the Eagles a first-round bye and second-round home game.

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Hard work, perseverance help Sam McPherson lead stable of talented EWU running backs

Thu., Nov. 15, 2018

His burst and confidence affected by a series of leg injuries, Eastern Washington running back Sam McPherson had finally come into own.

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Eastern Washington notebook: Eagles safety Tysen Prunty returns home to face Portland State

UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 13, 2018

When fourth-ranked Eastern Washington (8-2, 6-1 Big Sky) visits Portland State (4-6, 3-4) Friday night at Hillsboro Stadium, Tysen Prunty will be starting for one of the top FCS defenses in the country.