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College Football: Simon helps Temple to second straight win Evan Simon threw three touchdown passes as Temple rolled to a 55-7 victory over Howard on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Simon throws 3 TD passes, Temple gets first back-to-back wins since 2021 with 55-7 rout over Howard

Evan Simon throws three touchdown passes, leading Temple to a 55-7 victory over Howard

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Six touchdown passes in opener Simon completed 19 of 25 passes for 248 yards and six touchdowns during Saturday's 42-10 win against Massachusetts. He also had four rushes for 21 yards.

Impact Simon had one of the best performances of the weekend, throwing for a career-high six touchdowns while also completing over 75 percent of his passes. The former Rutgers quarterback is looking to build off what was a strong end to last season, and should have another opportunity to put up some big numbers next week against Howard.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Simon throws for career-high 6 TDs, Temple snaps FBS-worst road skid in 42-10 win over UMass

Evan Simon set a career high with six touchdown passes and Temple snapped an FBS-worst 20-game road losing streak in a 42-10 season-opening win over UMass on Saturday

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Confirmed as starter Simon will start Saturday against UMass but is expected to cede some snaps to Gevani McCoy, according to Chris Hummer of 247Sports.com.

Impact Ultimately, Simon won the quarterback battle against McCoy, though the latter is also expected to see some action under center. Simon was the starter for the Owls in 2024 as well, completing 58.8 percent of his passes for 2,032 yards and a 15:9 TD:INT.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected Week 1 starter Simon looks to be Temple's Week 1 starter for Saturday's game against UMass, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Simon took all of his pregame reps with the Owls' starting center and fall camp reports that he would likely be the starter appear to be correct. The 6-foot-3 graduate student appeared in nine games with Temple last season after transferring in from Rutgers, tossing for 2,032 yards (181-of-308), 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions, adding on three scores with his legs. Simon will look to secure the starting spot with a strong showing against UMass following an offseason quarterback battle.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taking first-team snaps in practice Simon took all of the reps with the first-team offense in Temple's practice session Monday, per 247Sports.com.

Impact Simon has been battling with Gevani McCoy for the starting quarterback role in Philly, but it appears he either firmly has the edge or he's already won the job, with the latter seeming more likely considering it's game week and the Owls will open their season against UMass on Saturday. After a solid season with Temple last fall (2,032 yards, 15 touchdowns, nine interceptions, 58.8 percent completion), Simon appears set to run it back as the starting gunslinger.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Splits first-team offense time Simon and Gevani McCoy split their time with Temple's first-team offense Monday, 247Sports reports.

Impact Earlier in Temple's fall camp, it seemed that Simon was the clear-cut leader to take snaps for the 2025 Owls when their regular season began. But in a 247Sports interview with coach KC Keeler early-Monday, he mentioned how McCoy has tightened the competition gap between both quarterbacks. Simon will have just under three weeks to stretch the gap farther and establish himself as Temple's main QB once again.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impressing at Camp Simon appears to be leading the quarterback competition, per 247Sports.com.

Impact Simon continues to stand out as Temple's fall camp progresses, with the senior quarterback seemingly gaining an edge over Gevani McCoy in the ongoing battle for the starting job this season. However, it is still early in camp, and a final decision on the quarterback position remains far from being made.

AUGUST 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rushing TD in loss Simon completed 27 of 44 passes for 268 yards and one interception during Saturday's 24-17 loss to North Texas. He also had six rushes for -11 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Simon had a decent end to the season Saturday, highlighted by a one-yard touchdown run in the final seconds of the first half. He was decent through the air as he completed over 60 percent of his passes for 268 yards, but he failed to throw a touchdown for the third time in his last four games. It was a fairly disappointing campaign for him as he completed 59 percent of his passes for 2,032 yards, 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions and rushed for 20 yards and three touchdowns.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles versus UTSA Simon was 13-for-32 passing for 219 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions during Friday's 51-27 loss to Texas-San Antonio. He also had nine rushes for -29 yards.

Impact Simon completed just over 40 percent of his passes Friday, by far his worst completion percentage of the season. Although he tossed two touchdown passes -- both to Dante Wright -- he also threw two interceptions for the second time this season. He faces a more favorable matchup Saturday versus North Texas in the regular season finale.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unproductive in OT win Simon was 24-for-41 passing for 218 yards during Saturday's 18-15 overtime victory against Florida Atlantic. He also had seven rushes for negative six yards.

Impact Simon failed to score a touchdown in his second straight game Saturday, but he did enough to earn his team the win in overtime. He threw for over 200 yards for the fifth time in his last six starts, however his lack of production in the last two games is somewhat concerning. He faces a pair of favorable matchups to end the season though, starting on Friday at UTSA.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completely shut down Saturday Simon was 11-for-22 passing for 56 yards during Saturday's 52-6 loss versus Tulane. He also had 13 rushes for five yards.

Impact Simon was completely neutralized in Saturday's blowout loss. He completed just 50 percent of his passes for a measly 56 passing yards, easily his fewest this season. He also gained just five rushing yards on 13 attempts, thanks in large part to being sacked six times versus a strong Tulane defense. Luckily for him that was easily his most difficult game left and he faces three very favorable matchups to end the season, the types of matchups that he has proven he can produce in.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four touchdowns in loss Simon completed 23 of 41 passes for 294 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions during Saturday's 56-34 loss to East Carolina. He also had 10 rushes for three yards with on...

Impact Simon accounted for four touchdowns in Saturday's loss, his second time this season with four or more scores. He threw three threw the air and scored one on the ground. He also threw three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown, so his outing was not without serious mistakes. Still, it looks like he's done enough to keep the job over Forrest Brock and given how much he has been throwing the ball, he will have some solid value down the stretch.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in win over Tulsa Simon completed 30 of 46 passes for 297 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 20-10 victory versus Tulsa. He also had five rushes for 23 yards.

Impact Simon put up a decent performance Saturday as he threw for a season-high 297 yards as he led the Owls to their second win of the season. He threw one touchdown in the game, bringing him up to 10 in four games this season. He attempted a season-high 46 passes but maintained his efficiency, completing over 63 percent of his passes for the fourth straight game. He faces a slightly more difficult matchup Saturday at East Carolina.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to start Simon is expected to get the start Saturday against Tulsa, Shawn Pastor of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Simon missed Temple's last game versus UConn with a shoulder injury, though he'll be ready to return under center Saturday. Simon, a transfer from Rutgers, has thrown for 680 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions across three games this season.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Tulsa Simon (shoulder) will be available for Temple's game Saturday against Tulsa, 247Sports reports.

Impact Now, the question is whether or not Simon is Temple's starting quarterback against Tulsa. According to a later post by 247Sports, Simon has not thrown the football in three weeks, so Temple's coaching staff wants to test him before he regains QB1 status over Forrest Brock.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Simon (shoulder) will not be available for Saturday's game against UConn, John DiCarlo of rivals.com reports.

Impact Simon injured his shoulder on the Owls' final drive in last week's game against Army and ultimately will not be able to go Saturday. The team will turn back to Forrest Brock, who started the first two games of the year after beating Simon out for the job in preseason before Brock suffered an injury of his own. Simon will have two more weeks to get healthy before the Owls host Tulsa on Oct. 19.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Simon (shoulder) is day-to-day, Shawn Pastor of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Simon injured his throwing shoulder against Army on Thursday, but still threw for 224 yards, two touchdowns and one interception while completing 63.3 percent of his passes. The starting quarterback is now considered day-to-day, although it's worth noting that he reportedly couldn't throw the ball in practice Monday. If Simon is forced to miss time, Forrest Brock would likely assume the starting role once again.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Thursday's loss Simon was 19-for-30 passing for 224 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Thursday's 42-14 defeat versus Army. He also had 15 rushes for -18 yards.

Impact Simon had a decent day through the air as he completed over 63 percent of his passes and threw two touchdowns in his third consecutive game. He was under pressure all game and was sacked seven times, leading to his negative rushing output. He has been solid since taking over from Forrest Brock (wrist) and has likely earned the season-long starting job during Brock's absence.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in win over Utah State Simon completed 17 of 27 passes for 271 yards and five touchdowns during Saturday's 45-29 win over Utah State. He also had 11 rushes for 49 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Simon started his second consecutive game with Forrest Brock (wrist) out, and put on a show. He threw five touchdown passes to five different receivers, and added nearly 50 yards and touchdown on the ground. Even if Brock is healthy enough for Thursday's game versus Navy, Simon may start anyway after his electric performance in the Owls' first win of the season.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Simon accounts for 6 TDs, Trujillo's 64-yard FG spurs Temple to 45-29 rally past Utah State

Evan Simon’s 91-yard scoring pass to Dante Wright with four minutes left in the third quarter gave Temple the lead for good and the Owls beat Utah State 45-29

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Starting again Saturday Simon will start Saturday's game versus Utah State, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Simon will make his second straight start with Forrest Brock (wrist) injured. Simon had a decent day in his first start last week as he completed 17 of his 25 passes for 185 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in season debut Simon completed 17 of 25 passes for 185 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 28-20 loss to Coastal Carolina. He also had 11 rushes for four yards.

Impact Simon made his first start of the season Saturday with Forrest Brock (head) out. Simon put together a solid effort, completing 68 percent of his passes and tossing a pair of touchdowns. His performance was better than both of Brock's first two outings, so there's a chance Simon could steal the job after losing the battle in training camp.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Simon will make his first start of the season Saturday versus Coastal Carolina, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Simon will start Saturday, in part due to Forrest Brock's head injury. Brock is dressed and warming up, but Simon will get the starting nod. The pair were in a battle for the starting job in the offseason following Simon's transfer from Rutgers, and now Simon will have a chance to show what he brings to the table.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Simon throws 3 TD passes, Temple gets first back-to-back wins since 2021 with 55-7 rout over Howard

Simon throws for career-high 6 TDs, Temple snaps FBS-worst road skid in 42-10 win over UMass

Simon accounts for 6 TDs, Trujillo's 64-yard FG spurs Temple to 45-29 rally past Utah State