2025 Eureka Football News
Dion Jordan Chosen to Lead Eureka Football Program
January 26, 2026
EUREKA, Ill. – Eureka College Athletic Director Sara Shaw has announced Dion Jordan as the 21st head football coach in Red Devils history.
Payton Jr. and Gibson Named to All-NACC Second Team
November 20, 2025
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Eureka’s defensive duo of Derrick Payton Jr. (West Seattle, Wash./O’dea) and Jovon Gibson (Statesboro, Ga./Statesboro) have been named to the All-NACC Second Team, the conference announced on Thursday. Tanner Laesch (Lexington, Ill./Lexington), Chuck Weathersby (Kankakee, Ill./Kankakee), and Will Watkins (Flint, Mich./Davison) also earned All-NACC Honorable Mention honors following strong seasons for the Red Devils.
Four Interceptions Highlight Eureka Effort in Loss to CUW
November 15, 2025
MEQUON, Wis. – The Eureka football team wrapped up its 2025 season on Saturday with a road test against NACC champion Concordia Wisconsin, falling 35-0. The Red Devils’ defense produced four takeaways to keep the Falcons in check early, but CUW’s explosive ground game ultimately proved decisive.
Football Preview: Eureka Wraps Up 2025 Campaign Against NACC Champions CUW
November 14, 2025
MEQUON, Wis. – The Eureka football team closes its 2025 campaign on Saturday with a challenging road test against newly crowned NACC champion Concordia Wisconsin. Kickoff is set for noon in Mequon, where the Falcons will celebrate Senior Day and look to complete an unbeaten conference slate, while the Red Devils aim to finish the season with a statement against the league’s top team.
Eureka Drops Senior Day Matchup Against Lakeland
November 08, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Red Devils struggled to keep pace on Saturday after an explosive start from the Lakeland offense, falling 40-12 on Senior Day. The Red Devils generated key plays on both sides of the ball, but the fast start by the Muskies ultimately sealed the outcome.
Football Preview: Eureka Hosts Lakeland on Senior Day
November 07, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – Eureka returns to Pete FioRito Stadium on Saturday for its Senior Day matchup, hosting Lakeland in a NACC contest at 1 p.m. The Red Devils come off their bye week looking to regroup and close the home schedule on a strong note, while the visiting Muskies arrive seeking back-to-back wins for the first time this season.
Early Deficit Too Much as Eureka Falls to Wisconsin Lutheran
October 25, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Eureka football team could not overcome an early deficit against Wisconsin Lutheran on Saturday night, falling 42-12 despite a spirited comeback effort that was sparked by a pick-six just before halftime at Pete FioRito Stadium.
Eureka Set to Host Wisconsin Lutheran in NACC Matchup
October 24, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Eureka football team is back at McKinzie Field this weekend for a NACC showdown against Wisconsin Lutheran. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Red Devils Struggle in Loss to St. Norbert
October 18, 2025
DE PERE, Wis. – The Eureka football team was unable to get going on the road Saturday afternoon, falling 44-0 to St. Norbert.
Eureka Travels to St. Norbert for NACC Road Matchup
October 17, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Eureka football team is back on the road this weekend, heading north to take on St. Norbert in NACC action. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. Saturday at Schneider Stadium in De Pere, Wisconsin.
Red Devils Fall to Benedictine on Homecoming
October 11, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Red Devils were unable to generate any momentum in their Homecoming matchup on Saturday night, falling 56-0 to Benedictine at McKinzie Field.
Eureka Welcomes Benedictine for Homecoming Clash
October 08, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Red Devils are set for a homecoming showdown this Saturday, taking on Benedictine under the lights at McKinzie Field. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m., as Eureka looks to bounce back in front of its home crowd. Eureka will honor its 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees at halftime of the game.
Red Devils Fall on the Road at Concordia Chicago
October 04, 2025
RIVER FOREST, Ill. – The Eureka football team couldn’t overcome a high-powered Concordia Chicago offense on Saturday afternoon, falling 49-20 in NACC play at Concordia Stadium.
Football Preview: Red Devils Eye Bounce-Back Win at CUC
October 03, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Red Devils hit the road this Saturday for a NACC matchup against Concordia Chicago. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. at Concordia Stadium in River Forest, Ill., as Eureka looks to bounce back after last weekend’s loss against Aurora.
Eureka Drops First Home NACC Test to Aurora
September 27, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Eureka football team was overpowered by six-time defending NACC champion Aurora on Saturday night, falling 66-0 in their conference home opener.
Football Preview: Eureka Set to Face Six-Time Defending NACC Champs
September 25, 2025
EUREKA, Ill. – The Red Devils return home this Saturday for a primetime showdown against Aurora in their first NACC home contest of the season. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. at McKinzie Field, where Eureka will look to build on last week’s strong road victory over Rockford.