Charlotte ends 15-game losing streak with win at Temple
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 2:28 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
The Charlotte 49ers defeated Temple 38-31 in Philadelphia on October 18, ending a 15-game losing streak in FBS play. After struggling for over a year, Charlotte's head coach Tim Albin found inspiration from the Rocky film series to motivate his players. Quarterback Conner Harrell threw for 281 yards and two touchdowns and added two rushing touchdowns. The victory marks Albin's first win over an FBS opponent since leading Ohio to a MAC Championship win in 2024. Charlotte improves to 1-6 and will have a bye week before facing Tulane on October 30.
- •Charlotte scored 31 points in the second half to secure the win.
- •Aiden Bui's 47-yard field goal sealed a 10-point lead late in the game.
- •Harrell's performance included no interceptions and two touchdown passes.
- •Charlotte's last victory prior to this was over 398 days ago.
- •The team will next face American Conference champion Tulane on October 30.
- 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Charlotte snaps FBS-high 15-game losing streak at Temple
"Charlotte ends a streak of 15 games and 398 days without a win on the road in Philadelphia.
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