DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Navy defeated Tulsa 42–23 to secure a comfortable win. Navy covered by 5.0; Game went Over by 12.5. The market closed at Navy -14.0 and the Blue Chip model made it Navy -15.8, an edge of 1.8 points toward Navy.
Blake Horvath overcame three early turnovers (two interceptions and a fumble) that led to a 14-point deficit, but he rebounded to complete 5 of 7 passes for 84 yards and a touchdown, while rushing for 159 yards and a score. His ability to bounce back shows mental toughness, but the early mistakes could be a concern against stronger defenses.
Navy rushed for 369 yards as a team, with Horvath (159 yards), Alex Tecza (72 yards, 2 TDs), and Eli Heidenreich (72 yards, 1 TD) leading the way. This ground game is the team's identity and will be key in future matchups, especially if they can avoid turnovers.
MarcAnthony Parker recorded 11 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, and a half sack, while Justin Ross secured an interception on the penultimate play. The defense held Tulsa to 23 points despite the early turnovers, showing they can keep the team in games.
Navy committed three turnovers in the first quarter, all by Horvath, which allowed Tulsa to build a 14-point lead. While the team recovered, such mistakes could be costly against more disciplined opponents, making ball security a priority in practice.
Navy improved to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in the American Athletic Conference, positioning themselves as early contenders. The win on the road demonstrates their ability to overcome adversity, which bodes well for upcoming conference games.
Linebacker Ray Coney recorded a game-high 14 tackles, and MarcAnthony Parker added 11 tackles with two for loss and a half sack, showing the defense can make plays even in a blowout.
Navy's quarterback committed three turnovers in the first quarter, but Tulsa only managed a 14-point lead, failing to put the game away early and allowing Navy to rally.
Tulsa allowed 369 rushing yards, including 159 from Navy's quarterback, indicating a major weakness against the run that opponents will likely exploit.
After building a 14-point lead, Tulsa's offense stalled, scoring only 9 points in the final three quarters, highlighting a need for sustained drives and better execution.
At kickoff, conditions at Chapman Stadium were Partly cloudy, 77°F with winds of 7 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Partly cloudy
77°F
| Measure | NavyAway | TulsaHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 1,083 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | 1,346 miles |
| Season total | 1,083 miles | 1,346 miles |
| Body clock | 20:00 | 19:00 |
| Rest | 8 days | 7 days |
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