Connecticut Huskies vs Temple Owls prediction, odds and best bet for Oct. 10, 2026
Temple is projected to beat Connecticut 28-27, with its productive rushing attack and quarterback Ajani Sheppard’s mobility supplying the strongest reason to favor the Owls. Connecticut’s offensive performance against Syracuse makes this a low-confidence forecast, however. Neither Temple -3.5 (-110) nor the 54.5 total offers a convincing betting edge, so the official SportsJaw recommendation is Pass.
Connecticut Huskies vs Temple Owls prediction and best bet
Temple gets the narrow nod because its ground production offers a tangible foundation for the offense. The Owls averaged 212.6 rushing yards through five games, with contributions from both Keveun Mason and Sheppard. That combination makes Temple the editorial choice to win, but the forecast is closer than the supplied spread.
The best betting decision is Pass. Connecticut’s 499-yard performance against Syracuse is a substantial counterargument to laying more than a field goal. Temple’s rushing output warrants respect, yet there is no comparable evidence here showing that Connecticut is especially vulnerable against the run. A narrow Temple victory is the forecast; a Temple cover requires a stronger case.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Connecticut Huskies at Temple Owls, Saturday, October 10, 2026, in college football’s 2026 season.
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Broadcast: ESPNU.
Recent form: Connecticut enters on a two-game losing streak following its October 3 overtime loss to Syracuse. Temple is 2-3 after beating previously unbeaten South Florida 17-13 on the road.