Temple rallied in a thrilling second half to down UTSA 27-21 at Lincoln Financial Field, overcoming an early 14-3 deficit. The third quarter featured a wild exchange with four touchdowns and three lead changes, highlighted by Hunter Smith's explosive 54-yard touchdown run for the Owls. Quarterback Evan Simon connected with Peter Clarke for the go-ahead score late in the third, while Carl Hardin's 36-yard field goal sealed the victory in the closing minutes.