Temple is going to start the 2024 season with its toughest challenge all season.
The Owls begin the year by going to Oklahoma, which is ranked 16th in the FBS, as massive underdogs. Even if the game does end up being a blowout, though, it’s possible fans learn plenty about this Temple team in Week 1.
Here’s more information about the game.
Temple vs. Oklahoma Betting
Oklahoma is a -42.5 college football betting odds favorite against Temple, with the Over/Under being 59.5.
Temple vs. Oklahoma On TV
The matchup between Temple and Oklahoma will be televised on ESPN.
The game will kick off at 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Aug. 30. The contest is taking place at Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Temple vs. Oklahoma Prediction
I predict Oklahoma will win and cover the spread at +42.5. I also project the game will go Over 59.5 total points.
Is this Oklahoma team more talented than Temple? Absolutely. And I think that becomes clear pretty quickly. Led by quarterback Jackson Arnold, I don’t think the Sooners have any problems scoring in this matchup.
It will be interesting to see how Temple’s rushing attack, which might be the Owls’ strong suit on offense considering they still have yet to name a starting quarterback, will do against this Oklahoma team which is led by former Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables.
But even if the Owls can find some offensive momentum on the ground, they’re going to need to pass to keep up with this Sooners offense. Temple also wasn’t spectacular on defense last season, averaging 35.7 points per game allowed.
The Owls will need to show they’ve made some strides on that side of the ball or this game will get ugly.
