Temple (0-0) at Oklahoma (0-0)
- When: Aug 30 2024, 7:00 PM
- Where: Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Norman, OK
- Where to watch: ESPN
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Temple @ Oklahoma (#16)
Point Spread
Temple 42.0 (-105)
Oklahoma (#16) -42.0 (-115)
Temple @ Oklahoma (#16)
Total
Over 57.0 (-110)
Under 57.0 (-110)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Passing Team Leaders:
Temple: Evan Simon 777 Yds (2022-23)
Oklahoma: Jackson Arnold 563 Yds (2023-24)
Team Stats
| Owls | Sooners | |
| 0-0 | Record | 0-0 |
| 0-0 | Away & Home | 0-0 |
| – | Last 10 | – |
| – | Streak | – |
Last Matchup:
None
Game Preview
Oklahoma’s quarterback position is firmly secured as they prepare for their season opener against Temple, with less certainty surrounding the Owls’ starting QB.
No. 16 Oklahoma will face Temple on Friday night in Norman for both teams’ first game of the season. Sophomore Jackson Arnold will be at the helm for the Sooners, marking his second start following his appearance in the Alamo Bowl against Arizona after Dillon Gabriel’s transfer to Oregon.
In that game, Arnold amassed 361 passing yards with two touchdowns, though he also threw three interceptions and lost a fumble. Oklahoma coach Brent Venables has praised Arnold’s dedication and leadership, noting his ability to help improve team dynamics.
Arnold will be supported by a talented receiving corps including returnees Nic Anderson and Jalil Farooq, along with Purdue transfer Deion Burks. The offensive line sees fresh faces with USC transfer Michael Tarquin and others from SMU and North Texas stepping in, reflecting a new composition that only includes one returning starter.
Conversely, Temple’s coaching staff, led by Stan Drayton, has yet to announce their starting quarterback, with Forrest Brock and Rutgers transfer Evan Simon contending for the position. Drayton has indicated a decision has been made but plans to reveal the starter closer to game day.
Temple, striving to improve upon a tough four-year stretch, will be testing Oklahoma’s revamped defense under new coordinator Zac Alley, a Venables associate from Clemson. The Owls’ offense, regardless of who starts at quarterback, will feature capable targets like Dante Wright, who logged 39 receptions last year.
The match-up revives a dormant series last played in 1942, with the historical series tied at one apiece.
NCAA Football Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Oklahoma 46-6
The Pick: Temple +42 (-105) & Under 57
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $373
- NCAAF Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
