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    Western Illinois Leathernecks

    AustinYoung

    Western Illinois Leathernecks
    • Western Illinois Leathernecks
    • #8
    • Linebacker
    • Class
      Junior
    • HT/WT
      1.85 m, 104 kg
    • Birthplace
      Queen Creek, AZ
    • Status
      Active

    2025 season stats

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    DateOPPResultTOTSOLOASTSACK
    Sat 8/30@ILL12ILL
    L
    52-3
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    Sun 9/14vsVALVAL
    W
    51-30
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    Sun 9/21@EWUEWU
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                        Charleston Southern4-45-7
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                        Tennessee State0-82-10
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