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Team History
A program that has long struggled to find success, a member of the Big East until 2004 when they were expelled for a lack of commitment to Football. Matt Rhule seamed to lay a blueprint for winning here, the 2 coaches that followed him each had an 8 win season before things turned south. They haven't won more than 3 games in the last 5 seasons and hope a new coach can bring more success this next season.
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Quick Facts
Peak of Program
In 2015/2016 they won 20 games over 2 years, beat Penn State handily at home, and won a conference championship. They had top 20 defenses nationally each of those seasons.
Rock Bottom
In 2005/2006 they adjusting to life after being kicked out of the Big East and proceeded to go 1-22 over two seasons. Each of those seasons they averaged 10 points scored per game, and allowed an average of over 40 points per game.
Best Ever Player
Paul Palmer (RB, 1983-1986): In his senior year he broke the record for single season all purpose yards. Was voted a unanimous All American and came in 2nd in the Heisman voting.
Best Ever Coach
Matt Rhule (2013-2016): Temple has 3 double digit win seasons in their history, two of them came under Rhule. Also won a conference championship, which has only been done one other time in their history.
Stadium
Lincoln Financial Field
First Season
1894
Enrollment
30,000