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Penn State Aims to Break 2016 Losing Streak vs. Temple

12 Sep

Summary

Penn State seeks first win against Temple since 2016.
The Nittany Lions dominated Marshall 45-0 in their season opener.
Temple seeks to slow down Penn State's running game and RB Keveun Mason.

Penn State heads to Philadelphia on September 12 with the goal of defeating in-state rival Temple, a feat they haven't accomplished since 2016. The Nittany Lions are coming off a dominant 45-0 season-opening victory over Marshall, where quarterback Rocco Becht threw four touchdown passes.

This road game presents an opportunity for Penn State to prove their success translates to environments away from home. The team notably struggled during their last visit to Lincoln Financial Field in 2015, losing 27-10 to Temple, which was their first defeat to the Owls since 1941.

Penn State's offensive focus will be on enhancing their running game efficiency, having averaged just 3.6 yards per carry against Marshall. Temple, fresh off a 38-14 win against Rhode Island, will rely on running back Keveun Mason, who rushed for 158 yards and two touchdowns, making him a defensive priority for the Nittany Lions. The game is scheduled for noon on ESPN2.

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