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SMU Mustangs Dominate at Lincoln Financial Field Against Temple Owls in College Football Showdown

The Southern Methodist University Mustangs recorded a commanding victory over the Temple Owls with a final score of 55-0. The Mustangs now hold a 5-2 record, while the Owls stand at 2-6.


Oct 20, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; SMU Mustangs wide receiver Jordan Hudson (8) makes a catch against the Temple Owls during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

In an impressive display of offensive might, the SMU Mustangs took to Lincoln Financial Field and left no doubt about their superiority over the Temple Owls. The Mustangs' offense amassed a total of 563 yards, with both passing and rushing attacks contributing significantly to their dominant performance. Quarterback play was exceptional as evidenced by a passer rating of 158 and three touchdowns through the air on 28 completions out of 43 attempts for a total of 358 yards. The ground game was equally effective, adding three more touchdowns and racking up 205 yards on 48 carries.


The receiving corps played an integral role in moving the chains for SMU, securing all three passing touchdowns and achieving an average of nearly thirteen yards per reception. Their longest catch went for forty-three yards, highlighting their ability to make big plays downfield.


Oct 20, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; SMU Mustangs running back LJ Johnson Jr. (11) straight arms Temple Owls safety Tywan Francis (19) while running with the ball during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

Special teams also had moments worth noting; notably, one punt return went for sixty-seven yards resulting in a touchdown - contributing to seven total touchdowns scored by SMU during this game. Additionally, field goal kicking was flawless with two successful attempts out of two; including one from forty-seven yards out.


Defensively, SMU was relentless throughout the game as well. They sacked Temple's quarterback five times for thirty-four lost yardage while also recording seven tackles for loss totaling forty-one negative yardage against their opponents. Moreover, they managed to intercept one pass that they returned for five additional yards.


Oct 20, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Temple Owls quarterback Quincy Patterson (16) throws the ball with SMU Mustangs defensive end Elijah Roberts (5) applying pressure during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

Penalties were minimal during this contest as SMU incurred only four penalties amounting to forty-seven penalty yardage against them - demonstrating disciplined play throughout four quarters.


As fans look ahead after celebrating this resounding victory by Southern Methodist University's football team over Temple University's squad at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field; attention now turns towards future contests on schedule.


The next challenge facing the Southern Methodist University Mustangs will be hosting Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas on October twenty-eighth at eleven AM local time (4 PM GMT). Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into ESPNU via satellite channel two hundred eight where live coverage will be broadcasted.

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