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University of South Florida football season

Overview

The University of South Florida football team began the 2026 season with a strong performance, securing a 59-17 victory over Delaware State. This win marked the program’s first 3-0 start since 2018 and extended a home winning streak to nine games.

However, the team’s momentum ended with a 17-13 loss to Temple, which halted their undefeated start and ended the nine-game home winning streak. Head coach Brian Hartline cited offensive execution and alignment issues as factors in the defeat, noting a decline in scoring averages compared to the previous season.

Entities

Brian Hartline · D. J. Crowther · Stetson University · Temple University · South Florida

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    University of South Florida football loses streak to Temple

    The University of South Florida football team lost 17-13 to Temple, ending their nine-game home winning streak and their undefeated start to the 2026 season.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    South Florida football secures first 3-0 start since 2018

    South Florida football achieved its first 3-0 start since 2018, defeating Delaware State 59-17 behind 611 yards of offense and seven rushing touchdowns.

Sources

crowsneststpete.com · floridanationalnews.com · gousfbulls.com · newsday.com