Penn State prepares for road matchup against Temple in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Penn State faces Temple in Philadelphia as the team prepares for its upcoming road matchup. The coaching staff faces inquiries regarding personnel usage, including why Koby Howard saw limited playing time during the previous season. Observers point to coaching decisions and individual player development as potential factors in depth chart positioning. Meanwhile, discussion continues surrounding the impact of recent transfers from Iowa State, specifically the performance of Caleb Bacon, Chase Sowell, and Cooper Ebel. The current staff expressed an intention to utilize available talent differently than previous rotations. Preparation remains focused on avoiding an upset as the team shifts its attention to the challenge posed by Temple.
- •Penn State travels to Philadelphia to play Temple.
- •Caleb Bacon receives praise for an impressive performance in a new position.
- •Coaching staff plans to increase playing time for Koby Howard.
- •Chase Sowell and Cooper Ebel are identified as impactful additions from Iowa State.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — BSD Mailbag 9.11.26
"The Nittany Lions are on the road, taking on Temple in Philly, and we’re answering your questions!
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