COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- Temple stuffed Maryland's potent offense, Anthony Russo threw for 228 yards and the Owls pulled off a 35-14 upset Saturday for their first victory of the season.
Ryquell Armstead rushed for 118 yards to help Temple (1-2) bounce back from losses at home to Villanova and Buffalo. The Owls took a 28-7 lead early in the third quarter and cruised to the finish as a 16-point underdog.
Shaun Bradley returned an interception 78 yards for a touchdown with 4:11 left to seal it.
Maryland (2-1) was striving to stay unbeaten under interim coach Matt Canada, who also serves as offensive coordinator.