Gardner-Webb 21, at Eastern Illinois 10

CHARLESTON, Ill. (Interstat) — In a game that defied pregame projections, the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs capitalized on a dominant first-half performance and a stellar day from running back Carson Gresock to defeat the Eastern Illinois Panthers 21-10 on Saturday at O’Brien Field. Interstat’s game simulator had projected a high-scoring affair with Eastern Illinois winning 42-32, and the Panthers entered as 4-point favorites. Instead, Gardner-Webb’s defense stifled the Eastern Illinois offense, holding the Panthers to a single touchdown and forcing multiple key stops. The Runnin’ Bulldogs (3-2) set the tone early, marching 85 yards on their opening drive. The series was… Read more...