The Hype

OK, so maybe there's not a lot of hype surrounding this game --- at least not for Penn State.

But, in talking to Temple fans, they're considering this the most important matchup of the season. The stadium is normally about one-third full; today it's anticipated to be a sellout. This is the best team Temple's faced all season --- hold the jokes, Paterno haters --- and the Owls are bouncing up and down in their end zone. They're pumped.

I don't know the last time Temple beat a ranked team --- I'd look it up, but I feel like I'd have to go through stone tablets or papyrus to find that last time. Let's be honest: It sure as hell doesn't happen often.

Temple's about a 25-point underdog heading into today's game. I'm hoping it stays close at least for a while so I don't accidentally catch some Z's before halftime ... but we'll see.

I'll grab some more coffee and keep blogging, as long as you guys keep reading.