Rod Robinson II rushed for 202 yards and scored three touchdowns as UAB defeated Temple 36-10 on Saturday, clinching bowl eligibility for the first time since 2022. Robinson’s performance set career highs in both rushing yards and touchdowns, with runs of 9, 33, and 54 yards contributing to UAB’s 366-yard ground attack.
The Blazers (6-4, 4-2 American Conference) led 13-10 at halftime but pulled away in the second half, shutting out the Owls (2-8, 1-5). UAB’s defense limited Temple to 244 total yards and allowed only two third-down conversions out of 12 attempts. Temple’s quarterback Ajani Shepherd completed 11 of 30 passes for just 85 yards against the nation's top-ranked pass defense.
Ryder Burton, UAB’s quarterback, completed 11 of 19 passes for 133 yards. Kicker Jonah Delange added two field goals, including a 50-yarder, helping extend the Blazers’ lead. On the defensive side for Temple, Curly Ordonez made 12 solo tackles and 15 total tackles.
UAB’s rushing dominance was clear throughout the game, with Robinson breaking out runs that kept the Owls’ defense off balance. His 54-yard touchdown run was the longest of the day and capped off a decisive second half where UAB prevented Temple from scoring.
Temple struggled to find offensive rhythm, with their passing game stifled by UAB’s defensive pressure. The Blazers’ ability to convert opportunities on the ground and limit Temple’s third-down success proved decisive in securing the victory.
Next up, Temple faces Rice on Thursday, while UAB prepares to host UTSA next Saturday.
According to Yahoo Sports.
