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Temple came into 2026 looking to build on a 5–7 season that showed signs of progress. The five wins marked the program’s highest win total since 2019, giving head coach K.C. Keeler and the Owls a solid foundation to build on. With four returning starters on the O-line and 22 incoming transfers, Temple is looking to turn more of last season’s narrow losses into victories.
The core pieces to Temple’s 2026 TV puzzle include CBS Sports Network (CBSSN), ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and ESPN+. They’re all scheduled to broadcast at least one game. With ESPN and CBSSN holding the rights to the American Conference, those networks and their affiliates are the most likely to land additional assignments.
This guide covers everything you need to watch Temple Owls football, from the home opener through the season finale at Memphis.
2026 Temple Owls football TV schedule
Temple’s 12-game schedule features seven home games at Lincoln Financial Field and eight American Conference matchups. Four nonconference games are spread across the season, including a Homecoming matchup with UConn, while a Thursday-night game against Rice gives the Owls another national ESPN window before the regular-season finale at Memphis.
Use the table below for confirmed kickoff times and TV networks as they’re finalized throughout the year.
CFB - Temple Owls Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Rhode Island Rams | Saturday, Sept. 5 | 2:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 12 | Noon | ||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
Friday, Sept. 25 | 4:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 3:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 31 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 14 | TBD | TBD | |
Rice Owls | Thursday, Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | |
Friday, Nov. 27 | TBD | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching Temple Owls football
Temple’s schedule leans heavily on ESPN platforms, but CBS Sports Network is also part of the viewing picture. The YouTube TV Sports Plan offers the most complete one-service setup, while standalone ESPN Unlimited is a useful alternative for fans focused primarily on ESPN coverage.
We looked at the full picture — from channel access to overall cost and ease of use — to help you choose the right setup for your budget.
Best Overall
YouTube TV’s Sports Plan combines Temple’s ESPN channels and CBS Sports Network coverage in one live TV package. Plans that include ESPN also come with complimentary ESPN Unlimited access, giving you Temple’s ESPN+ coverage without a separate subscription.
Best for ESPN Coverage
By packaging ESPN’s traditional networks and ESPN+ into one subscription, ESPN Unlimited makes it super easy for football fans to follow their favorite teams. With the Owls set to appear on most ESPN channels this season, ESPN Unlimited is a simple, budget-friendly way to follow the Owls all season long.
How to watch Temple Owls football FAQ
Can I watch Temple Owls football for free?
You can stream several Temple Owls games for free thanks to free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.
Where can I stream Temple Owls football games without cable?
As we recommended, ESPN Unlimited and YouTube TV make a great cable-free pairing for fans looking to watch Temple Owls football. Hulu + Live TV is another helpful live TV option, but it costs more than YouTube TV's Sports Plan.
Can I watch Temple Owls football on Paramount+?
No, you can't watch Temple Owls football on Paramount+. The service doesn't include CBS Sports Network, so it won't cover Temple's two games assigned to the channel.
Can I watch every Temple game with ESPN Unlimited?
Not necessarily. ESPN Unlimited covers Temple's games across ESPN platforms, but it doesn't include CBS Sports Network. You'll need a live TV service carrying CBSSN for games assigned to that channel.
Why you should trust us
David Vick, our Contributing Writer, cross-referenced Temple’s official schedule with major TV providers’ channel lineups to build these viewing recommendations, weighing channel availability, pricing, and ease of use. We regularly review this guide for schedule and distribution changes. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
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