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NORMAL — Illinois State jack linebacker Jalan Gaines knows what it’s like to pursue a fast quarterback. He tries to run down Redbirds signal-caller Tommy Rittenhouse every day in practice.

Both quarterbacks are effective runners. The teams will meet at Hancock Stadium for a 2 p.m. Missouri Valley Football Conference clash.