I know that we have a football game occupying many of our minds right now, myself included, but I'm also excited to see this home schedule begin. New year and a new section. We've moved down to 103. I hope my new seat neighbors don't mind my whistling and yelling.

I am pretty sure it's at 7 but I have also seen that our game is at 8 does anyone know?

I should think the ice is very thin for are old buddy at BC. Surprised we haven't heard more. Anyone have info.to add?

I know it is still very early, but when you know going into the season that you have a fringe bubble team, and you start the season losing to all 3 ranked teams you play... You get the feeling that you will have needed to steal at least one of those wins to get in.

With a schedule that doesn't have a whole lot of marquee games left, we will likely have to have a win against 2 ranked in-conference opponents (possibly Cincy and Uconn). I don't see a win against a ranked Nova. The result of the Wisconsin game, in my opinion, may decide a lot due to their conference affiliation and "perennial quality team" perception.

Again, I know it's extremely early, but looking at last season where we would have had to beat SMU just once to get it, you can't help but look at our schedule and think a Utah and Butler win was imperative to get into the tournament.

echaney, I believe it was you. Your season predictions were looking pretty spot on as of a few weeks ago. Curious to see how it played out for the whole season.

That was probably the biggest piece of news to come out of Matt Rhule's press conference today regarding the team. Friend practiced today after being cleared by Temple's doctors.

And for those of you who continue to ask if Rhule has addressed the Missouri situation with his team, two things:

1. In case you missed Kyle's tweet, Rhule is no longer a candidate for the job.

2. Jahad Thomas said this today when asked about the Missouri coaching situation and if Rhule has addressed the team about the situation, which he has:

"In life, when someone wants to talk to you about a job, you always listen. But just because you listen doesn't mean you're gonna go."

So as we've been saying since Sunday, Missouri and Rhule talked. Rhule, barring anything completely crazy, will be coaching at Temple again next season.

Will there be one one in the Baltimore area?

Tyler Matakevich was the conference and national defensive player of the week

Brings new meaning to red scare.

Join fellow Temple alumni at Philly-themed Shorty's Flatiron in NYC at 11am on Saturday, 12/5, as the Owls take on Houston in the first-ever AAC Championship Game. With a win, the Owls win the AAC Conference Championship and lock in a spot in one of the New Year's 6 Bowl Games for the first time in school history!

But that's not all... Shorty's will also be showing Temple Basketball, as they take on the runners-up to the 2015 National Championship, Wisconsin!

Our new game watch location for 2015, Shorty's Flatiron, will feature the game on numerous TVs with sound included. Shorty's will also be serving up New York's BEST CHEESESTEAKS, and will offer TU alumni happy hour-priced beer and mixed drinks throughout the game!

***The Temple University Alumni Club of Metropolitan New York is also proud to offer one FREE DRINK to each alum in attendance!***

When you arrive at Shorty's Flatiron, please be sure to mention that you're with the Temple University Alumni Association to receive your drink ticket and access to all specials!

Shorty's Flatiron is located at 66 Madison Ave. (between 27th and 28th St.). Check out their website:http://www.shortysnyc.com/madison.php

Link to Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1163133697048198/

For those in Chicago - I look forward to seeing you since I will be out there for the weekend.

http://www.alumni.temple.edu/s/705/...70&ecid=13070&crid=0&calpgid=3755&calcid=5237

The Boston alumni chapter is hosting a watch party at the Causeway in Boston. All in the area are welcome.

http://www.causewayboston.com/mobile/#home/index

See the link for information on the Friday night pep rally and tailgate being run by the Owl Club prior to the game Saturday in Houston.

http://www.templeowlclub.com/owl-club/upcoming-events.html

Steve Lappas.

Bridged the gap after the end of a legendary era. Mediocre results. Great representative of the university. Wins more than he loses.

Who else do you compare him to?

This team is 100% focused for this game , that is how these young men are made!!

Can anyone confirm that they are eligible to play in the East Regional in Philly? If so, they may have a huge "home court" advantage, playing in Brooklyn and Philly on their way to Houston.
This may sound far-fetched now, but I assume the same road is open to Temple.

What's the deal with various bowl packages? Will there be charter flights with hotel and tailgate?

3* CB and Miami commit James Wiggins, and 2* RB/ATH and FIU commit Jawon Hamilton are visiting in January. Wiggins also has offers from Cincy, Purdue, and USF. Hamilton also has an offer from FAU. Kansas is also trying to get Hamilton. Not sure if they have offered yet.

http://sports.yahoo.com/lsu/football/recruiting/player-James-Wiggins-171940

https://rivals.yahoo.com/lsu/football/recruiting/player-Jawon-Hamilton-171754

JDC - I believe we win this weekend to get the Access Bowl. However, can you give any additional details on where Temple could play if they lose? Is Temple locked into the AAC bowl tie ins (and looking at a likely game vs. the MAC or CUSA in Florida) or could they move into a potential opening vs. a P5 team?

Wasn't able to make it to the game yesterday. I listened on the radio and heard Harry and John mention Eddie Jones, Howie Evans, Levan Alston (for obvious reasons) and Dionte Christmas were all there. Good to see those guys back, all class acts and great Owls who I absolutely love talking to.

My question to anyone who was there yesterday including JDC- do you guys know who else was there? Would've loved to talk to them. Was Macon Perry or Blackwell there? Coach Chaney? Anyone who knows kindly let me know.

Was the MVP in the Grey cup game in Canada. His team won
What an incredible guy. He is 40 years old & plays fantastic. Congratulations Mr Burris
The OWL Nation is extremely proud of you.

Rhule was on today around 12:00. He talked about the team, especially the seniors. The interview was peppered with "... we all move on sometime", " FBS coaching is very much a movong target". However he did say, that he and his family love Temple and family, and dont want to move on. But hinted that the money involved in college football keeps getting bigger.

My take and the interviewers take was, he will stay with a new contract, In fact, after the interview, one of the commentators, sorry I dont know who it was, knows Pat Kraft. And said "... Pat this is a no brainer, get the deal done, and now".

Per the Houston Chronicle, Herman has "agreed in principle" to remain the head coach at Houston for $3 million per year.

Kyle Flood and their athletic director have both been fired. PSU offensive coordinator fired too. Time to start stealing some Rutgers recruits. Also hope to dominate PSU and their offense next year, as they should be full of flaws and learning a new system with a new QB

JDC: The Beasts of the East and the Rhules of Engagement stories are two of the best articles you've ever written.

Well done!