Bet on the Temple Owls
Temple competes in the American Athletic Conference and is one of the Big 5 basketball schools. Local rivalry games drive seasonal spikes in handle.
- League
- NCAA FBS (American Athletic)
- Home Venue
- Lincoln Financial Field (FB) / Liacouras Center (BB)
- City
- Philadelphia
- Founded
- 1884
- Championships
- AAC Football Championship 2016
- Sportsbook Partner(s)
- No exclusive PA partner
- Head Coach
- K.C. Keeler (football head coach 2025-); Adam Fisher (basketball head coach since 2023)
Popular Bet Markets
- Spread
- Total
- Moneyline
- AAC Futures
- Big 5 Markets
Learn how each works in our how-to-bet pillar.
Recent Form & Outlook
Big 5 rivalry weekends remain the highest-handle moments for Temple basketball. The football program continues to compete for AAC bowl positioning.
Key Players
- Various (rebuilding rosters in both football and basketball)
Division & Rivalry Opponents
- Big 5 (Villanova, La Salle, Saint Joseph's, Penn)
- AAC opponents
Betting Trends
Temple as an underdog in Big 5 games has historical against-the-spread value. Football totals at Lincoln Financial Field tend to lean over.
Venue & Weather
Football at Lincoln Financial Field — open-air. Basketball indoors.
Franchise History
Founded in 1884, Temple football has produced multiple bowl-game appearances and won the AAC Championship in 2016. Basketball history includes a 1958 NCAA Final Four appearance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conference is Temple football in?
The American Athletic Conference (AAC).
What is the Big 5?
The Big 5 is a Philadelphia college basketball series featuring Villanova, Temple, La Salle, Saint Joseph's, and the University of Pennsylvania.
Can I bet Temple player props in PA?
No. PA prohibits player props on NCAA athletes. Team markets only.
When are Big 5 games played?
Big 5 round-robin games occur from November through February each season.
Responsible Gambling
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