Temple Owls · All-time career leaders
Temple Football Career Rushing Touchdowns Leaders
Bernard Pierce holds Temple's career rushing touchdowns record with 53 touchdowns (2009–2011). Paul Palmer (39) and Ryquell Armstead (34) round out the top three. 5 of the top 12 played since 2000; the most recent is Ryquell Armstead (2015–2018), No. 3 on the list.
Temple OwlsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Rushing Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bernard Pierce | 2009–2011 | 53 |
| 2 | Paul Palmer | 1983–1986 | 39 |
| 3 | Ryquell Armstead | 2015–2018 | 34 |
| 4 | Jahad Thomas | 2013–2016 | 30 |
| 5 | Anthony Anderson | 1975–1978 | 22 |
| 5 | Matt Brown | 2009–2012 | 22 |
| 7 | Walter Washington | 2003–2004 | 21 |
| 8 | Tanardo Sharps | 1999–2002 | 20 |
| 9 | Steve Joachim | 1973–1974 | 18 |
| 10 | Mark Bright | 1976–1979 | 17 |
| 11 | Henry Hynoski | 1972–1974 | 16 |
| 11 | Todd McNair | 1985–1988 | 16 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Temple only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.