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- In his August 27 preseason update, Temple coach K.C. Keeler said neither Jaxon Smolik nor Ajani Sheppard had separated in the quarterback competition and that both could play against Rhode Island; this was not a confirmed two-quarterback plan. - Keeler attributed the quarterbacks' early camp struggles to strong defensive-line play and tighter coverage, then reported improving quarterback rhythm as Temple's offensive line developed. - As of August 27, starting right tackle Kevin Terry had resumed limited-contact practice after an apparent scrimmage injury, and Keeler expected him back for Temple's season opener. - Zach Aamland played well after moving from backup guard to starting tackle during Terry's absence, earning a place in Temple's planned seven-man offensive-line rotation regardless of Terry's return. - Luke Watson's first-week camp knee injury was not considered season-ending, but his return timetable remained uncertain in the August 27 report.

- Temple's starting-quarterback competition remained unsettled after the second scrimmage: Jaxon Smolik and Ajani Sheppard continued splitting first-team periods, and the staff was considering using both early in the season. - Keveun Mason opened the scrimmage with a 75-yard touchdown, but Temple's offense finished 82 plays with 402 yards and only one additional touchdown. - Sheppard completed 25 of 35 passes for 288 yards and four touchdowns across Temple's two scrimmages, showing markedly better efficiency than he did in spring work. - The offense still needed to improve ball security and pre-snap operation after penalties and quarterback-caused sacks surfaced in the second scrimmage. - RB Sam Brown was considered available despite limited work, but right tackle Kevin Terry was banged up and Luke Watson remained sidelined by a knee injury, leaving Zach Aamland to take right-tackle reps.

- Pick/market: It’s interesting because I think the floor is at 5.

- PHILADELPHIA – Pro Football Network announced its 2026 Preseason All-America Team and Preseason All-American Conference Team. - Nine Owls take up spots on two different lists including senior punter Dante Atton and senior tight end Peter Clarke each made their way onto the All-American squads. - Atton was named to the PFN All-America First Team as a punter and Clarke was named to the All-America Third Team as a tight...

- PHILADELPHIA – Football season is here and the Temple Owls are back at 10th & Diamond. - Keeler and the Owls will begin a four-week training camp starting Wednesday, August 5, at Edberg Olson Hall.