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Southern Illinois QB DJ Williams Sidelined With Hand Injury

Southern Illinois received unfortunate news this week as quarterback DJ Williams will miss significant time with a hand injury. Head coach Nick Hill announced this week that Williams will undergo surgery and will not be available for the foreseeable future.

Williams has been spectacular this season, leading the Salukis to a 2-1 record in his first three starts. He had his best performance in a huge win over No. 12 Incarnate Word, leading the Salukis with 380 total yards and three touchdowns. Over the first three games, Williams recorded 571 passing yards, 242 rushing yards, and eight total touchdowns.

Hunter Simmons will make his first career start against No. 21 SEMO this weekend. He played in five games last season, completing 18-of-35 passes for 169 yards and one touchdown. He signed with the Salukis after an accomplished high school career, where he was named The Southern Illinoisan Football Player of the Year in 2020.