Match Analysis: Temple Owls vs Howard Bison – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-09-06
• Time: 6:05 PM UTC
• Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia

Game Overview

Temple Owls host Howard Bison with both teams undefeated at 1-0. Temple is heavily favored by sportsbooks, reflected in a strong moneyline and large spread favoring Temple. Weather is warm and clear with minimal wind, suitable for standard gameplay.

Key Factors to Consider

• Temple Owls have demonstrated stronger recent form with a 1-0 start and more favorable historical ATS records, whereas Howard Bison is less experienced at this level, showing a 0-1 record in early projections.
• Limited recent head-to-head data available; Temple’s Power Five caliber program typically dominates Group of Five opponents like Howard, suggesting a historical performance edge for Temple.
• No significant reported injuries for either team ahead of kickoff as of current data, implying both teams will field near full-strength lineups.
• Home field advantage favors Temple, playing in Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field with warm conditions and no precipitation expected, minimizing game-day disruptions.
• Both teams coming off 1-0 starts increase competitive motivation, but Temple's desire to establish dominance early in their schedule and defend home turf likely provides an extra incentive.

Odds and Predictions

Predicted Outcome

Temple to win straight up, cover the heavy spread, and the game to go under the total points line based on strong defensive play expected from Temple limiting Howard's offense.

Predicted Score: Temple 38 – Howard 14