Temple rallies past Utah State with Simon’s 6 TDs and Trujillo’s FG

On Saturday, Temple University faced off against Utah State in a thrilling college football matchup in Philadelphia. The game saw Evan Simon lead the Owls to victory, throwing for 271 yards and five touchdowns while also rushing for a touchdown. The turning point came late in the third quarter when Simon connected with Dante Wright on a 91-yard touchdown pass, giving Temple a 24-21 lead. This play sparked a dominant fourth quarter for the Owls, who scored three touchdowns to secure the win. Utah State initially took control of the game, with Herschel Turner scoring a touchdown to give them a 7-0 lead. Spencer Petras, the Aggies' quarterback, contributed significantly with 293 passing yards and a touchdown. However, Temple responded effectively, with Simon throwing touchdown passes to Antonio Jones and Antwain Littleton to tie the game before halftime. As the first half concluded, Maddux Trujillo made a remarkable 64-yard field goal, the longest in college football since 2008, narrowing the deficit to 21-17. This kick not only set a record for the longest field goal at Lincoln Financial Field but also showcased Trujillo's impressive skills under pressure. Ultimately, Temple's strong performance in the second half, highlighted by Simon's leadership and Trujillo's record-setting kick, allowed them to rally past Utah State, improving their season record to 1-3. The victory marked a significant moment for the Owls as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season.