Toledo stages remarkable comeback to top Temple 49-48 in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:52 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Toledo overcame a 14-point deficit in the final minute to defeat Temple 49-48 in overtime on September 19. With under 70 seconds remaining, Toledo converted a crucial fourth down, scoring two touchdowns in a matter of seconds. Quarterback John Alan Richter threw for a career-high 429 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Rockets back from the brink. In overtime, Toledo took the lead with a rushing touchdown before Temple's chance for victory fell short as a pass went out of bounds. The game highlighted Toledo's resilience and offensive firepower under head coach Mike Jacobs in what was a thrilling finish.
- •Toledo trailed by 14 with 70 seconds left.
- •Richter's passing led to two late touchdowns for Toledo.
- •The Rockets recovered an onside kick to keep their hopes alive.
- •Both teams traded leads throughout the game.
- •Temple's final play attempt failed in overtime.
- 6:52 AMYahoo Sports — Temple stunned by Toledo’s improbable last-minute 14-point comeback, 49-48
"Temple led by 14 with under 70 seconds to go. It lost in an overtime thriller at Toledo.
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