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Nick Hill and Arkee Whitlock became the first Southern Illinois quarterback/running back combination in four years to each rush for more than 100 yards in a game last week. Against Lock Haven, quarterback Hill ran for 107 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries. Whitlock ran 15 times for 134 yards and a touchdown. SIU scored on all but two of its possessions and didn’t have a turnover in the 49-0 rout. Southern rushed for 357 yards of its 500 yards total offense. . . . SIU left guard Aaron Lockwood was named the Gateway Offensive Lineman of the Week. . . . The Salukis, who have won four straight openers, are ranked 17th in the Sports Network Division I-AA poll.