The Salukis take the field for their home opener Saturday at Saluki Stadium. Festivities during game day included tailgating and welcoming the freshman class to the Saluki family with the annual Saluki Sprint. SIU hosted Eastern Illinois University and lost 40-37 in double overtime. The Salukis are 0-2 and will play the University of Charleston Saturday at Saluki Stadium.

JON-ERIK BRADFORD | DAILY EGYPTIAN