Temple Owls Beat Utah State 45-29

Temple University secured its first victory of the season by defeating Utah State 45-29, with a standout performance from quarterback Evan Simon, who threw for 271 yards and five touchdowns. A key moment in the game was Maddux Trujillo's historic 64-yard field goal just before halftime, marking the longest field goal ever made at Lincoln Financial Field and the longest in college football since 2008. Simon's 91-yard touchdown pass to Dante Wright late in the third quarter gave Temple a crucial lead, igniting a strong fourth quarter for the Owls. The game was notable for its back-and-forth scoring, with Utah State initially leading before Temple rallied. Simon's impressive performance included a total of six touchdowns, contributing significantly to the win. The victory marks a significant turnaround for the Owls after a tough start to the season.