In a thrilling match on Saturday, Temple secured a 45-29 victory over Utah State with a standout performance by quarterback Evan Simon. Simon’s highlight moment came with a 91-yard touchdown pass to Dante Wright in the third quarter, propelling Temple into the lead for good. This touchdown was a pivotal moment that set the stage for Temple’s dominant fourth quarter.

Simon’s impressive display included throwing for 271 yards and five touchdowns, as well as rushing for 49 yards on 11 carries, including one rushing touchdown. His connection with receivers like Wright, Daniel Evert, and Peter Clarke proved to be crucial in Temple’s offensive success.

Utah State’s quarterback, Spencer Petras, fought hard, throwing for 293 yards and a touchdown. Herschel Turner and Jalen Royals also contributed to Utah State’s early lead in the game before Temple mounted a comeback.

One remarkable moment in the game was Maddux Trujillo’s 64-yard field goal just before halftime, bringing Temple within four points. This kick now stands as the longest field goal in college football since 2008, surpassing a previous record held by UTEP’s Jose Martinez.

With this victory, Temple improves to a 1-3 record while Utah State falls to 1-3. The game showcased exciting plays and strong performances from both teams, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the final minutes.