"Bernard Pierce's lack of great speed, elusiveness in space and down the field, and versatility as a running back prospect are strong concerns when projecting him to the NFL level. However, it's his unique skill set that makes him a running back prospect that fits only a certain number of teams well, but can thrive in those situations. A relatively reserved leader for his Temple team, he's been clean off the field and worked hard through multiple, consistent injuries over his career to get back on the field. He's been able to be productive despite this injuries, though the 663 carries likely have taken a toll on him as well. His unique skill set that allowed and will continue to allow Bernard Pierce to be a successful NFL back (if he can stay healthy) is his outstanding balance, body control, and raw running power he possess."
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PROJ. DRAFT POSITION 2nd-3rd Round
INJURY HISTORY Concussion, hamstring...
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Bernard Pierce RB Temple #30
Ht: 6’0″Wt: 218
Strengths:
Good overall size and strength. A strong, tough between-the-tackles runner. Strong legs allow him to consistently fight through arm tackles. Quick feet; surprisingly shifty in tight spaces for a guy his size. Has a nice spin move to avoid head-on collisions.
Weaknesses:
Not very explosive. Speed is...
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January 10, 2012
Defense disappears as Billikens fall to Temple
With less than a minute to play, Temple guard Ramone Moore stood just inside half court dribbling the ball with his right hand while calmly motioning for his team to relax with his left.
Moments earlier, a layup by Dwayne Evans pulled Saint Louis within four and momentum appeared shifted in favor of the Billikens.
Coach Majerus stood on the opposite side of the court just outside...
Billikens-Owls collide in vital A-10 matchup
It will be an interesting matchup on the perimeter when Saint Louis plays host to Temple on Jan. 11.
The Billikens were ranked third in the Atlantic 10 Conference from 3-point range through Jan. 8, shooting 39.1 percent from behind the arc. The Owls led the league in 3-point defense, allowing opponents only a 28.7 success rate.
At the other end of the court, the Owls were shooting...
Temple 72, Saint Louis 67
Khalif Wyatt scored 22 points Wednesday night and Temple held on to beat Saint Louis 72-67.
Ramone Moore had 18 points and Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson scored 12 for the Owls (11-4, 1-1 Atlantic 10), who shot 57 percent from the field. Temple led 32-30 at halftime after Moore's basket with 36 seconds left in the half, and held the lead throughout the second half although the Owls...
Temple holds off Saint Louis in Atlantic 10
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Khalif Wyatt scored 22 points Wednesday night and Temple held on to beat Saint Louis 72-67.
Ramone Moore had 18 points and Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson scored 12 for the Owls (11-4, 1-1 Atlantic 10), who shot 57 percent from the field. Temple led 32-30 at halftime after Moore's basket with 36 seconds left in the half, and held the lead throughout the second half...
The Palace Below the Red Line
Game #8-377: Temple Owls at Saint Louis BillikensJanuary 11, 2012 9:00 pmChaifetz ArenaBBState Stats/RecapOn the edge of the Saint Louis University campus sits a palace.A basketball team plays in this palace, which cost $80 million to build and has promotional signs for season tickets plastered all over it. Once you pass the Market Street exit on Interstate 64 (or, as the locals...
Temple Owls take on Billikens in college basketball test
Jan 11, 9:00 PM | Chaifetz Arena
Temple Owls vs Saint Louis Billikens Odds
10-4TEAM RECORD13-3
Earning a win and covering the posted spread will be the goals for Temple when they take on the Billikens on Wednesday in college hoops betting action.
The Billikens sport records of 13-3 and 9-3 ATS heading into this battle, while the Owls have 10-4 and 6-8 ATS marks on the season...
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Wyatt averaged 25 points, four rebounds, 3.5 steals and three assists across both of Temple's games for the week, the win over Duke and the loss to Dayton.
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Owls bounce back, beat Saint Louis
Khalif Wyatt scored 22 points and Ramone Moore added 18 to lead Temple to a 72-67 win at Saint Louis Wednesday night, one that gave the Owls their first Atlantic 10 win.
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