The Temple Owls (2-1, 0-0) return to FBS competition against former Big East opponent the No. 20 Miami Hurricanes (3-0, 0-0), on Saturday afternoon from what will likely be a wet and windy Lincoln Financial Field. Both programs are coming off wins over FCS opponents last week, the Owls crushed Norfolk State, 41-9, and the Hurricanes defeated Bethune Cookman, 48-7. Weather could be a factor in this one, a tropical system is expected to bring heavy rain and consistent winds to much of the Northeast. The gametime forecast for South Philly is calling for heavy rain and 20-30 MPH winds with gusts up to 50 MPH.
Here’s a preview of Temple vs. Miami including how to watch, betting odds, team stats, players to watch, and a game prediction.
How to Watch Temple vs. Miami
- 🏈 No. 20 Miami Hurricanes vs. Temple Owls
- 📅 Date: September 23. 2023
- 🕛 Time: 3:30 PM/EDT
- 🏟 Where: Philadelphia, PA | Lincoln Financial Field
- ☀️ Gameday Weather: 62-degrees, heavy rain, 20-30 MPH winds (NE)
- 📺 Telecast: ESPN2 with Lowell Galindo (PxP), Kirk Morrison (analyst), and Stormy Buonantony (sideline)
- 📻 Broadcast: 97.5 The Fanatic with Kevin Coop (PxP) and Paul Palmer (analyst)
- 📊 Team Records: Miami (3-0) | Temple (2-1)
- 🎲 Betting Odds: Miami (-2500) | Temple (+1100)
Temple vs. Miami Betting Odds
| Bet | Temple Owls | Miami Hurricanes | Play |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +1100 | -2500 |  |
| Point Spread | +23.5 (-110) | -23.5 (-110) | |
| Total Points | Over 46.5 points (-110) | Under 46.5 points (-110) | |
Temple vs. Miami: Team Stats
| Miami Hurricanes | Temple Owls | |
| 44.7 | PTS/GM | 24.0 |
| 322.0 | Pass Yds/GM | 254.7 |
| 189.0 | Rush Yds/GM | 139.7 |
| 511.o | Total Offense/GM | 394.3 |
| 14.3 | Opp Pts/GM | 22.0 |
| 210.7 | Opp Pass Yds/GM | 171.0 |
| 60.3 | Opp Rush Yds/GM | 152.7 |
| 271.0 | Total Defense/GM | 323.7 |
Temple vs. Miami: Who Has the Advantage
| Miami | Temple | |
| ✖️ | QB | |
| ✖️ | RB | |
| ✖️ | TE/WR | |
| ✖️ | O-Line | |
| ✖️ | D-Line | |
| ✖️ | LB | |
| ✖️ | Secondary | |
| ✖️ | Special Teams |
Overall Advantage: Miami Hurricanes
Temple vs. Miami: Series History
- Miami leads the all-time series, 13-1.
- The Hurricanes have won 13 consecutive games against Temple.
- The Owls only win came November 8, 1930, (!) in the first-ever meeting between the programs.
Temple vs. Miami Prediction
The impending tropical storm is a good thing for the Temple Owls, or at least the bettors, because it will slow down a fast Miami Hurricanes offensive attack. Does that mean Temple is going to win, no. But…it might be worth taking them to cover the 23.5-point spread in this one. The Hurricanes are just too much for Temple and will cruise to their 14th straight victory over the Owls.
