Temple freshman OL Khalif McNear brings Philly roots, size, and versatility
Khalif McNear enters Temple in 2026 as a 6-foot-2, 290-pound freshman offensive lineman from Roman Catholic, with experience on both sides of the ball and a reputation as an athletic, versatile interior blocker.[1][3] He was a first-team All-Catholic selection as a senior and comes from a true Temple family—making him a culturally strong fit for the Owls, even before any college snap count starts telling the story.[1][3]
