Temple and Charlotte meet in AAC action

Temple and Charlotte face off in AAC action on October 17 at 1 p.m. EDT. The first annual payment for the subscription is $205.00 plus GST for one year. This subscription automatically renews at $233.00 plus GST every 52 weeks. Charlotte currently holds a 0-6 record, while Temple is at 2-4.

Temple has struggled defensively on third downs, ranking 133rd in the FBS with a 48.7% conversion rate. Charlotte is slightly better, ranking 115th in the FBS with a 44.3% conversion rate on third downs.

Defensively, Temple ranks 133rd in the FBS, allowing opponents to convert 48.7% of third downs. Charlotte is 115th in the FBS, conceding on 44.3% of third downs.

In passing, Temple's Ajani Sheppard has thrown for 891 yards, 7 touchdowns, and no interceptions, with a 60.8% completion percentage. Charlotte's Cole Gonzales has thrown for 802 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions.

Rushing, Temple's Keveun Mason has gained 449 yards on 81 carries, scoring 2 touchdowns. Charlotte's Khamani Alexander has added 216 yards on 46 carries, with 3 touchdowns.

Charlotte's red zone defense is ranked 127th in the FBS, allowing opponents to score on 96.4% of trips. Temple's red zone offense is ranked 24th, scoring on 93.3% of red zone opportunities.

Temple lost to UConn 34-20 on October 10, with Sheppard leading the team with 260 yards on 19-of-25 passing and 12 rushing yards. Mason added 88 rushing yards and four yards on a reception. Charlotte lost to North Texas 50-10 on the same day, with Conner Harrell passing for 218 yards and Henry Rutledge had 38 rushing yards. Charlotte's Jaden Barnes put up 94 yards on nine catches.

Temple's next game is against East Carolina on October 31, while Charlotte will host Tulane on October 30.