Navy Midshipmen Secure Dramatic 32-31 Victory Over Temple Owls

On October 11, 2025, the Navy Midshipmen (6-0, 4-0 American) achieved a remarkable comeback victory against the Temple Owls (3-3, 1-1 American) with a final score of 32-31 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The game, attended by 26,149 fans, showcased a dramatic finish, highlighted by Navy quarterback Blake Horvath's 51-yard touchdown run and a successful two-point conversion pass to Alex Tecza with just 39 seconds remaining.

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The contest began with Navy taking an early lead, thanks to a 50-yard touchdown pass from Horvath to Cody Howard. However, Temple responded with a strong performance, dominating the first half and leading 17-7 at halftime. The Owls outgained Navy 325-111 in total yards during the first half, with quarterback Evan Simon throwing for 345 yards and a touchdown throughout the game.

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Navy struggled offensively in the first half, managing only three first downs. Head coach Brian Newberry acknowledged the team's poor tackling and offensive execution, stating, "We aren't going to win a lot of games doing that."

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The second half saw a shift in momentum as Navy began to find its rhythm. Horvath scored on a two-yard run, narrowing Temple's lead to 17-14. Temple quickly answered with a touchdown pass from Simon to JoJo Bermudez, extending their lead to 24-14. However, Navy responded with a touchdown run from Tecza, bringing the score to 24-21.

Horvath Rallies Navy Past Temple For 32-31 Thriller; Midshipmen Remain Unbeaten

With the game tied at 24-24 after a 48-yard field goal by Nathan Kirkwood, Temple regained the lead with a one-yard touchdown run by Jay Ducker. This set the stage for Navy's final drive, where Horvath's decisive run and subsequent conversion secured the victory.

Horvath Rallies Navy Past Temple For 32-31 Thriller; Midshipmen Remain Unbeaten

Blake Horvath was instrumental in Navy's success, finishing the game with 155 rushing yards and two touchdowns, along with 141 passing yards. Temple's Simon also had a standout performance, completing 25 of 36 passes for 345 yards and a touchdown. Ducker contributed significantly for Temple with 97 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

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Postgame, Coach Newberry expressed pride in his team's resilience, stating, "I don't know if I've ever been prouder of a team. Those are the guys we want as leaders." Temple's Coach K.C. Keeler reflected on the missed opportunities, noting, "I think it’s a game that we walked off that field and feel we gave away one at the end."

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Despite the thrilling finish, Temple's decision-making in the final minutes drew scrutiny. With a first-and-goal at the Navy one-yard line and timeouts available, Keeler opted to score rather than run down the clock, a choice that ultimately allowed Navy to mount its game-winning drive. Keeler acknowledged the second-guessing that would follow, stating, "It's easy to second-guess that play because it didn't work."

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Following this victory, Navy remains unbeaten and will face Florida Atlantic University on October 25, 2025. Temple, now 3-3, will look to rebound against Charlotte in their next matchup.

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This game not only solidified Navy's position as a contender in the American Athletic Conference but also highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the season.

Navy vs Temple Pick & Prediction – 10/11/2025