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Southern Illinois (7-3, 4-3 Gateway) needs to win Saturday for a chance at an at-large berth in the NCAA Division I-AA playoffs. Running back Arkee Whitlock continued to do his part in last week’s 47-23 victory over Northern Iowa, setting career highs with four touchdowns and 40 carries, while rushing for 180 yards. . . . Senior cornerback Brandon Bruner was the Gateway’s defensive player of the week after intercepting two passes and leading the Salukis with eight tackles. SIU had only two interceptions for the season before picking off three Saturday. . . . SIU moved up to No. 11 in the Sports Network Div. I-AA poll.