UConn Wins 29-20 Over Temple with 96-Yard Fumble Return

Oct 5, 2024, 10:27 PM

In a dramatic college football game, UConn secured a 29-20 victory over Temple. The game saw multiple lead changes, with Temple initially leading 20-16 midway through the fourth quarter after an 8-yard touchdown run by Forrest Brock. UConn responded with a 58-yard touchdown pass from Joe Fagnano to TJ Sheffield, taking a 23-20 lead. Temple had a chance to win with a final play, but a fumbled exchange on a quarterback sneak by Tyler Douglas was recovered by UConn's Jordan Wright, who returned it 96 yards for a touchdown as time expired. Earlier in the game, Temple scored a blocked punt touchdown. This sealed the win for UConn and capped a thrilling game.