ncaaf Game Recap
Florida Atlantic Owls vs Temple Owls Wrap - Temple Wins 18-15
The Owls were burned by Dante Wright for 147 receiving yards on Saturday as the Owls picked up a 18-15 win at Lincoln Financial Field.
Bettors who backed the Owls were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 49.5.
Antwain Littleton rushed for 54 yards, while Ashton Allen added 44 yards in the win. Dante Wright and Ashton Allen added 147 and 20 receiving yards respectively.
CJ Campbell Jr. rushed for 70 yards for Florida Atlantic, while Kasen Weisman added 31 yards. Tyriq Starks threw for 71 yards for the Owls, while receivers CJ Campbell Jr. and Jabari Smith had 57 and 38 yards respectively.
Temple outgained Florida Atlantic 348-317 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 18-17 by the Owls.
The time of possession battle favored Temple as their offense was on the field for 37:01, longer than the 22:59 of their opponents.
Next game, Temple takes its act on the road to face UTSA looking for another win. For Florida Atlantic, they head home to face Charlotte.