Bonesville’s Al Myatt roamed the Lincoln Financial Field sidelines with his camera during East Carolina’s 49-6 loss to Temple on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. Myatt captured this curated collection of action shots and other candid photos. (Click any image for expanded view, caption & slide show.)

The Pirate mascot and cheerleaders look out from the tunnel where ECU entered Lincoln Financial Field. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Darius Pinnix carries for East Carolina on Saturday. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Jeff Connors, assistant athletic director for strength and conditioning, was back in his home state of Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Myatt)

It was a tough start for defensive coordinator David Blackwell as the Pirates yielded 35 points in the first half. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Ray Tillman takes a moment for prayer before the kickoff at Lincoln Financial Field. (Photo by Al Myatt)

East Carolina cheerleaders look to raise the spirits of ECU fans on Saturday. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Anthony Scott looks for yards as Tahj Deans avoids a penalty for an illegal block. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Darius Pinnix (7) talks to teammates Trace Christian (left) and D’Angelo McKinnie on the sideline. (Photo by Al Myatt)

East Carolina quarterback Reid Herring looks downfield in Saturday’s American Athletic Conference matchup with Temple. (Photo by Al Myatt)

Reid Herring comes to the sideline and removes his helmet after a series stalled. (Photo by Al Myatt)