SIU quarterback Nic Baker helped lead SIU past Murray State for a bounce back 27-6 victory on Saturday.  The Saluki quarterback racked up 137 passing yards in the victory to eclipse Joel Sambursky’s previous mark of 7,867 career passing yards.  Baker now has 7,999 career passing yards with plenty of season left.

Baker and the Salukis host #1 South Dakota State this coming Saturday for Homecoming.  Kickoff is scheduled for 2pm.