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9
Final
20
7
Final
42
14
Final
51
7
Final
38
31
Final
35
45
Final
19
9
Final
56
24
Final
34
0
Final
34
20
Final
27
13
Final
16
14
Final
62
48
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45
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66
17
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45
3
Final
77
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44
10
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32
31
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42
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70
36
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72
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56
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Final
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54
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9
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63
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33
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24
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38
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28
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23
40
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20
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59
13
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24
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68
44
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20
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17
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34
7
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23
20
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24
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73
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30
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34
14
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13
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3
Final
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10
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20
Final
37
Tulane Green Wave is 11-2 on the season, 6-5-2 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +7.6. Tulane Green Wave's games are hitting the under at 64% this season (7-4), a notable trend for totals bettors; they have also qualified for the postseason this season.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | — | Home (0 mi) | 0 mi |
| Week 1 | Northwestern | Home (0 mi) | 0 mi |
| Week 2 | South Alabama | 126 mi | 126 mi |
| Week 3 | Duke | Home (0 mi) | 126 mi |
| Week 4 | Ole Miss | 306 mi | 432 mi |
| Week 5 | Tulsa | 545 mi | 977 mi |
| Week 6 | — | Bye | |
| Week 7 | East Carolina | Home (0 mi) | 977 mi |
| Week 8 | Army | Home (0 mi) | 977 mi |
| Week 9 | — | Bye | |
| Week 10 | UTSA | 504 mi | 1,481 mi |
| Week 11 | Memphis | 357 mi | 1,838 mi |
| Week 12 | Florida Atlantic | Home (0 mi) | 1,838 mi |
| Week 13 | Temple | 1,089 mi | 2,927 mi |
| Week 14 | Charlotte | Home (0 mi) | 2,927 mi |
| Week 15 | North Texas | Home (0 mi) | 2,927 mi |
Tulane's defense forced five turnovers (three interceptions, two fumble recoveries) and held North Texas, a prolific offense, to just one touchdown through most of the first three quarters. This performance was key to the 34-21 victory and suggests the defense can be a major factor in the CFP.
The Green Wave capitalized on turnovers, including a 35-yard interception return for a touchdown by Chris Rogers and a forced fumble by Jack Tchienchou that set up a short field. These game-changing plays were critical in building a 31-7 lead and will be essential in close playoff games.
After North Texas cut the lead to 31-21, Tulane responded with a 13-play, 6:29 drive that ended in a field goal to seal the win. The offense converted multiple fourth downs earlier, showing an ability to sustain drives and control the clock under pressure.
Coach Jon Sumrall, who accepted the Florida job, has committed to coaching Tulane through the CFP. This stability could help maintain focus and motivation, but the impending transition may also create distractions or affect game planning.
The win likely secures Tulane's first CFP bid as the highest-ranked non-power conference team. The team enters the playoff with an 11-2 record and significant momentum from a conference title, but will face a higher-seeded opponent with a stronger overall roster.
Tulane Green Wave — 11-2 overall, 6-5-2 ATS, power rating +7.6.