A Revamped Television Landscape for Temple Football
The American Conference, together with ESPN and CBS, has unveiled the kickoff times for the first three weeks of the 2026 college football season, confirming that Temple will open its campaign against the Rhode Island Rams on September 5 at 2 p.m. on ESPN+. The schedule marks a significant shift for the Owls, who will enjoy at least five nationally televised appearances under head coach K.C. Keeler in his second year.
The slate begins with a home matchup against Rhode Island, followed by a road test at Penn State on September 12 at noon on ESPN2, and a third‑week encounter with the Toledo Rockets on September 19 at 3 p.m. on CBS Sports Net. Each of these games will be streamed live, giving fans across the country a chance to follow the Owls’ progress.
Beyond the early stretch, the schedule includes a primetime showdown with the Army Black Knights on September 25 at 4 p.m. on ESPN, and a later trip to face the Navy Midshipmen in Annapolis on November 7 at 3:30 p.m. on CBS Sports Net. Both contests are slated for national broadcast, underscoring the growing prominence of Temple’s program.
The regular season will culminate with a home game against the Rice Owls, scheduled for an evening kickoff at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN. While the exact date remains unannounced, the matchup promises a fitting finale to a season that could define Keeler’s tenure.