Penn State football defeats Temple 27-9 at Lincoln Financial Field

Penn State defeated Temple 27-9 on September 12, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. After a slow start in the first quarter, the Nittany Lions established control and led 17-3 before securing the win. Quarterback Rocco Becht completed 21 of 28 passes for 273 yards and three touchdowns in the effort. Ben Brahmer recorded a touchdown reception shortly before halftime, and the defense held Temple to three points. The matchup featured significant fan engagement from both sides, as the Penn State traveling contingent filled the venue. Head coach Matt Campbell faces additional work on offensive execution in the red zone following the victory, as the team shifts focus to the remainder of the schedule.

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