Temple Adds Kelley, Vannestte While McQueen Flips to Syracuse
June 23, 2026
Temple bolstered the defensive side of its 2027 recruiting class with its two latest commitments last Thursday, bringing in three-star safety Hezikiah Kelley and linebacker Quinn Vannestte, while also losing one of its most promising offensive names in Mikey McQueen. Vannestte is the third linebacker to join the class, bolstering a noticeably thin position for […]
Ranking Temple’s Five Most Impactful Transfer Additions for 2026
June 18, 2026
Temple brought in 25 transfers through the portal this past offseason, filling key roster holes while supplementing a returning core that remarkably did not lose a single starter to another program. As the Owls prepare for fall camp, more than half of those additions are positioned to compete for starting roles. In fact, as many […]
Temple Lands Eight Commitments in Eight-Day Recruiting Surge
June 17, 2026
Temple racked up eight commits in the last eight days, adding the bulk of their 2027 recruiting class so far. Here’s a recap of all the Owls’ recruiting action over the past week. (6/10) Jakari Graham, WR, Not Rated, Springfield, VA, The St. James, 6’2/185 Temple beat out 14 other schools to land Graham, a […]
Temple’s Best Chance at Early Success Could Come on Special Teams
June 16, 2026
Heading into the 2026 season, Temple football is surrounded by promise, though that promise comes with uncertainty. The Owls return numerous contributors from last season while also leaning on transfers and recruits to fill important roles. While it can be plain to see the talent in there for K.C. Keeler’s squad, many will still hesitate […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Special Teams
June 9, 2026
In the last part of our series previewing every position on Temple’s roster, it’s time to dive into special teams. The Owls’ special teams unit could prove to be one of the most pivotal pieces of the team this coming season, from a guy who has turned himself into one of the biggest leaders in […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Safety
June 8, 2026
At the backline of Temple’s defense, one can find what, in all likelihood, is the most contentious position on the roster, in a good way. Temple’s safety room is overflowing at the brim with talent. With five players who could very well hold the two starting spots come week one when Rhode Island comes into […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Cornerback
June 8, 2026
Coming off a season where they ranked third in the American Conference in passing defense, Temple is looking to regroup and replenish its cornerback group in a hurry. The Owls notably lost Jaylen Castleberry, Charles Calhoun, and Dontae Pollard all to graduation in the offseason, but did retain Adrian Laing, who led the team in […]
Temple Continues South Jersey Pipeline with Commitment from Millville’s Jaden Days
June 8, 2026
K.C. Keeler and company continued a busy start to the week on Monday afternoon when Jaden Days announced he’d be committing to the Owls. Days, who is listed at the athlete position, committed to the Owls as a safety and stands 6-foot, weighs 190 pounds, coming from Millville High School. The Millville, New Jersey, product […]
Temple Doubles 2027 Recruiting Class in 24 Hours With Two New Recruits
June 8, 2026
Owls Grab Blazing South Jersey Defensive Back/Receiver Temple added Rancocas Valley wide receiver Mikey McQueen to its 2027 recruiting class on Sunday. McQueen, a 6-foot-4, 188-pound receiver, garnered offers from the Owls along with Penn State, Syracuse, James Madison, and others. His commitment comes just two days after McQueen visited 10th and Diamond back on […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Linebacker
June 8, 2026
The heart of Temple’s defense is looking like one of the most talented spots on the Owls roster as the 2026 season approaches, and without a doubt, the most talented spot on the Owl defense. Looking into the past, nearly every signature Temple team had one thing in common: a strong, hard-hitting, and gritty corps […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Defensive Line
June 5, 2026
A huge part of the Temple pass rush, which may have proved to be the most exciting unit on the field during spring practices, was the Owls’ defensive line. Despite a lack of proven talent, Temple’s front three is a spot that may end up progressing more than any other position on the team in […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Offensive Line
June 4, 2026
Coming into the spring practice sprint, the offensive line was perhaps the cloudiest position on the Temple roster, with numerous question marks and unproven talents across the trench for the Owls. Nonetheless, as the Owls emerge out of March and April and look forward to fall camp, things seem a bit clearer on how the […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Tight End
June 1, 2026
When the “Tight End U” moniker is issued, it usually goes out to the usual suspects such as Penn State, Iowa, or Georgia. While Temple may not be producing H-backs at that high a clip just yet, they could certainly be on their way if the 2026 season looks anything like 2025 did under Tyler […]
Former Owl Tyler Matekavich Added To College Football HOF 2027 Ballot
June 1, 2026
Former Temple linebacker Tyler Matakevich has been added to the ballot for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame. If elected, he’d be just the second Owls player ever elected to the College Football Hall of Fame, joining running back Paul Palmer, who was elected back in 2018. Three coaches, Glenn “Pop” Warner (1951), Ray […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Wide Receiver
June 1, 2026
Wide Receiver is a position for Temple Football that many can view with both excitement and hesitation. With a top-heavy group of standout names, the Owls’ wide receiver group sees a steady drop-off in proven production as one looks up and down its depth chart. While a lot of names may not have made strides […]
Temple grabs second commit for the class of ’27
June 1, 2026
Temple once again added to its offense with its second verbal commit of the 2027 cycle last week when Hun School’s Collin Walls pledged his commitment via his X account. Walls, a 6-foot-5, 240-pound tight end, is scheduled for an official visit with the Owls between June 12 and 14, where he’ll presumably meet tight […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Runningback
May 18, 2026
In the second part of our series previewing every position on Temple’s roster, it’s a position that is emerging as one of the most promising and depth-filled on the Owls’ roster in 2026: running back. Two impactful freshmen and a transfer who showed flashes of promise during the spring are just the tip of the […]
Temple to Host UConn for 2026 Homecoming on Oct. 10
May 18, 2026
Temple football announced the date and opponent for their 2026 homecoming game Monday morning, which will take place Saturday, October 10th, when UConn comes to Lincoln Financial Field. The Owls are 15-5 on homecoming since 2006, though notably dropping the contest in a heartbreaker to Navy, 32-31. Temple took a Midshipmen team that finished the […]
Temple Lands First 2027 Commit
May 4, 2026
Temple football has received its first commitment of the 2027 class, as Pleasantville High School’s Ta’Kiesse Barnes verbally pledged to the Owls Monday afternoon. Barnes, who stands 5’11”, 185 pounds, and hails from nearby Pleasantville, NJ, is listed at the athlete position, where he’s played numerous roles for the Greyhounds. “What makes Ta’Kiesse special is […]
Temple Football Position Preview; Quarterback
May 4, 2026
As the thick of the college football offseason comes into full swing, and with two months of live practice now in the past, it’s time to break down Temple football’s roster position by position, and player by player, starting behind center. The Owls will come into fall camp with a quarterback battle still very much […]
Temple Football Practice Notebook + Depth Chart Update (4/7)
April 7, 2026
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – Temple kicked off its final week of spring practices Tuesday afternoon at Edberg-Olson Hall with some new sets and new drills as it prepares for Saturday’s annual Cherry & White scrimmage. The Owls followed up Saturday’s scrimmage with some new sets and a couple of new drills as the offense and defense […]
Temple Football Practice Notebook (4/4)
April 4, 2026
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – With just a week left in the spring practice sprint, Temple appears to have pushed things into a new gear. The Owls took to the field for a scrimmage Saturday afternoon, and energy seemed high from the jump. What was the most energetic practice of the spring may also have been the […]
Joseph, Diaz Anchor Rebuilt OLB Room for Temple
April 2, 2026
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – No position group offers a clearer window into how Temple is settling into year two under K.C. Keeler than outside linebacker. In year one under Keeler and an entirely new coaching staff, Temple’s outside linebacker room was shaky at best. Outside linebackers coach Chris Ratiano made the best of what he could […]
Temple Football Practice Notebook (3/30)
March 31, 2026
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – With just two weeks remaining in the spring practice cycle, Owls head coach K.C. Keeler remarked that his squad had its worst practice of the slate so far. That’s not saying much. “I thought the first nine practices and the scrimmage on Saturday were really good,” said Keeler. “Disappointed today. This is […]
Temple Football Practice Notebook (3/21)
March 21, 2026
NORTH PHILADELPHIA – Temple wrapped up its second week of spring practices Saturday morning with its first live contact and scrimmages of the season. After a chippy week of practices on Tuesday and Thursday, both sides played fast-paced and excitable brands of football at an impressive pace for the first live play. Some of the […]
