Temple University Athletics
Saturday, October 30
12:00 PM
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UCF
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Football Ready For Home Clash vs. UCF
10.25.21 | Football
This Week
The Owls return home for the first time in the last 28 days when they take on the UCF Golden Knights on October 30. Kickoff is set for 12:00pm and will air on ESPN+ and 97.5 The Fanatic.
Last Week
Last week, Temple dropped its second conference game of the season by a score of 34-14 to USF. The Owls fell behind 14-0 midway through the second quarter, but were able to cut the deficit to three midway through the third quarter thanks to a pair of touchdowns from WR Randle Jones and RB Edward Saydee. From there, however, the Bulls dominated on the ground, scoring 17 unanswered points to close out the contest.
Last Time vs. UCF
The last time Temple played the Knights was November 14, 2020, dropping its fifth game of the season, 38-13. Two costly turnovers on Temple's first two possessions led to two quick UCF touchdowns and the Knights never looked back after that, maintaining the lead throughout the contest. The Owls, playing for the third straight week with a roster depleted by injuries and COVID-19 protocol issues, stayed close following the early 14-0 deficit and trailed 21-3 at the half. However, UCF exploded for 17 third quarter points to break the contest open.
Last Time vs. UCF @ Lincoln Financial Field
The last time Temple and UCF faced off at the Linc was on October 26, 2019. The Knights came out victorious, with a final score of 63-21. The Owls cashed in on their first drive with a 32-yard touchdown reception by WR Randle Jones from QB Anthony Russo. UCF was able to score on its first possession as well however, and would hold the lead for the rest of the game shortly afterwards. For Temple, all 21 of its points were scored in the first half, highlighted by a Russo to Branden Mack 75-yard touchdown pass. Mack finished the contest with five receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. Defensive end Layton Jordan was able to force the only turnover for the Owls, by way of a fumble. The Owls defense was led by safety Amir Tyler (eight tackles) and linebackers Shaun Bradley (six tackles) and Sam Franklin (six tackles).
Up Next
Up next, the Owls take a quick flight to Greenville, N.C. for a matchup against the East Carolina Pirates. Kickoff is set for 3:00pm and will air on ESPN+.
The Owls return home for the first time in the last 28 days when they take on the UCF Golden Knights on October 30. Kickoff is set for 12:00pm and will air on ESPN+ and 97.5 The Fanatic.
Last Week
Last week, Temple dropped its second conference game of the season by a score of 34-14 to USF. The Owls fell behind 14-0 midway through the second quarter, but were able to cut the deficit to three midway through the third quarter thanks to a pair of touchdowns from WR Randle Jones and RB Edward Saydee. From there, however, the Bulls dominated on the ground, scoring 17 unanswered points to close out the contest.
Last Time vs. UCF
The last time Temple played the Knights was November 14, 2020, dropping its fifth game of the season, 38-13. Two costly turnovers on Temple's first two possessions led to two quick UCF touchdowns and the Knights never looked back after that, maintaining the lead throughout the contest. The Owls, playing for the third straight week with a roster depleted by injuries and COVID-19 protocol issues, stayed close following the early 14-0 deficit and trailed 21-3 at the half. However, UCF exploded for 17 third quarter points to break the contest open.
Last Time vs. UCF @ Lincoln Financial Field
The last time Temple and UCF faced off at the Linc was on October 26, 2019. The Knights came out victorious, with a final score of 63-21. The Owls cashed in on their first drive with a 32-yard touchdown reception by WR Randle Jones from QB Anthony Russo. UCF was able to score on its first possession as well however, and would hold the lead for the rest of the game shortly afterwards. For Temple, all 21 of its points were scored in the first half, highlighted by a Russo to Branden Mack 75-yard touchdown pass. Mack finished the contest with five receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. Defensive end Layton Jordan was able to force the only turnover for the Owls, by way of a fumble. The Owls defense was led by safety Amir Tyler (eight tackles) and linebackers Shaun Bradley (six tackles) and Sam Franklin (six tackles).
Up Next
Up next, the Owls take a quick flight to Greenville, N.C. for a matchup against the East Carolina Pirates. Kickoff is set for 3:00pm and will air on ESPN+.
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