{
  "id": 5842117,
  "title": "Keveun Mason had 158 yards, 2TDs and Temple adds two pick-6 scores in 38-14 win over Rhode Island",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/keveun-mason-had-158-yards-2tds-and-temple-adds-two-pick-6-scores-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T21:36:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/keveun-mason-had-158-yards-213621634.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Temple's Keveun Mason delivered a stellar performance, rushing for 158 yards and two touchdowns as the Owls secured a 38-14 victory over Rhode Island in their season opener. Mason's decisive 1-yard run in the first half provided a 24-14 lead, which he expanded to 31-14 with a crucial 3-yard touchdown late in the third quarter. Tyree Alualu added to the Owls' momentum by intercepting a pass and sprinting 63 yards for a score in the fourth quarter, sealing the game.\n\nJamarcus Pierre contributed with a 35-yard pick-6 in the first half, while Jaxon Freeman connected with Jayce Smolik for a left-end touchdown immediately after kickoff. However, Rhode Island managed to tie the score with a 35-yard touchdown pass from Tyler Budge to Marquis Buchanan. Temple took the halftime lead 17-7, capitalizing on Budge's impressive performance, which included 195 passing yards and both passing and rushing touchdowns.\n\nBudge faced two interceptions for the Rams (1-1), who are currently ranked sixth in the Stats Perform FCS poll. Marquis Buchanan amassed 137 yards on 10 receptions for Temple. This match-up between Temple and Rhode Island is the first since 1975, with Temple boasting a 12-0 record against the Rams. The next game for Temple features a home matchup against Elon in a Coastal Athletic Association game, while Rhode Island travels to host No. 18 Penn State next Saturday.",
  "summary": "Keveun Mason rushed for 158 yards and a pair of touchdowns and the Owls added two pick-6 scores as Temple beat Rhode Island 38-14 on Saturday in the Owls' season opener. Mason scored on a 1-yard run late in the first half for a 24-14 lead then added a 3-yard score with a minute left in the third quarter to give the Owls a 31-14 advantage. Tyree Alualu returned an interception 63 yards for a score…",
  "key_points": [
    "Keveun Mason rushed for 158 yards and scored 2 TDs",
    "Temple scored 2 pick-6 touchdowns in the game",
    "Rhode Island tied the score with a 35-yard TD pass"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Keveun Mason had 158 yards, 2TDs and Temple adds two pick-6 scores in 38-14 win over Rhode Island",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/keveun-mason-had-158-yards-2tds-and-temple-adds-two-pick-6-scores-in-5843487",
        "published": "2026-09-05T21:39:35.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}