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Penn State football struggles offensively against Temple in first half

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Penn State football struggles offensively against Temple in first half

Summary

No. 16 Penn State trailed 3-0 against Temple in the second quarter of their matchup at Lincoln Financial Field on September 12, 2026. The Nittany Lions failed to convert on two separate possessions inside the Temple 10-yard line during the opening quarter. Quarterback Rocco Becht completed one of four passes for 56 yards early in the contest, while the rushing attack continued to face challenges after a slow start against Marshall. Temple maintained momentum with a 91-yard scoring drive that consumed 15 plays. Penn State fans expressed frustration on social media regarding the team's inability to capitalize on early field position. The game remains in progress as the Nittany Lions look to recover from the sluggish offensive performance.

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By the Numbers

•No. 16 Penn State trailed 3-0 in the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
•The Nittany Lions twice turned the ball over or failed to score inside the 10-yard line.
•Rocco Becht completed one of four pass attempts for 56 yards in early play.
•Temple executed a 15-play, 91-yard drive to take the lead.
•Penn State previously defeated Marshall 45-0 in the season opener.

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5:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Made Me Feel Gross,’ ‘Sickening’ — CFB Fans Slam Penn State’s Early Offensive Struggles vs. Temple in Week 2

What they're saying

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Penn State’s first road game under Matt Campbell was supposed to be another step forward after a 45-0 opening-week win over Marshall. Instead, the Nittany Lions spent the first quarter against Temple, making their own fans increasingly uncomfortable.
— Yahoo Sports

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