Record-breaking football shutout
Illinois State sets stadium record with dominant 76-0 victory over St. Francis
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Illinois State dominated St. Francis of Illinois with a stunning 76-0 shutout, setting a new Hancock Stadium record for points in a single game Yahoo Sports. Quarterback Gage Roy threw three touchdown passes and completed all 10 of his attempts for 85 yards in the lopsided victory.
Roy's Perfect Night Leads Redbirds Offense
Gage Roy was flawless through the air, going 10 for 10 with three touchdown passes and 85 yards Associated Press. Backup quarterback Beckham Pellant also impressed, completing 6 of 6 passes for 114 yards and two more touchdowns. The Redbirds' passing attack finished 21 of 24 for 236 yards and six total touchdowns with zero interceptions.
Lofton Leads Ground Game With Two Scores
Running back Tyler Lofton carried the rushing attack with 119 yards and two touchdowns on the ground Yahoo Sports. Illinois State rushed for 353 yards total on 31 attempts, with five touchdowns scored on the ground. The ground game overwhelmed St. Francis's struggling defense throughout the afternoon.
St. Francis Defense Completely Shutdown
The NAIA opponent managed just 14 rushing yards and 106 passing yards in the shutout loss Yahoo Sports. Illinois State's defense forced St. Francis into an impossible situation early and never looked back. The dominant showing marked a statement game to open the season for the Redbirds.
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