Memphis Tigers Face Off Against Tulane Green Wave in Crucial AAC Clash

The Memphis Tigers and the Tulane Green Wave are set to clash in a significant American Athletic Conference (AAC) matchup on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The game, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans, Louisiana, will be broadcast on ESPN.

Tulane, currently ranked No. 20 and boasting a 9-2 overall record with a perfect 7-0 mark in conference play, enters the game as a substantial favorite. The Green Wave has dominated recent encounters, winning the last two meetings against Memphis in 2022 and 2023. Tulane’s quarterback, Darian Mensah, has been instrumental in their success, leading an offense that has scored 30+ points in all but one of their last eight games.

Memphis, with a 9-2 overall record and a 5-2 conference record, faces an uphill battle. Despite their strong season, the Tigers have struggled against Tulane, covering the spread just twice in their last nine games and going 1-5 against the spread in their previous six encounters against the Green Wave. Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan and running back Marquavius Anderson Jr. will need to perform at their best to challenge Tulane’s defense.

The betting odds favor Tulane, with a spread of -13.5 and a moneyline of -480. The over/under is set at 54 total points. Given the offensive prowess of both teams, the game is expected to be high-scoring, with many predicting the over to hit.

The weather at kickoff is forecasted to be partly cloudy with a temperature of 59 degrees and 11 mph winds, which should not significantly impact the game. Tulane’s winning probability is estimated at 65.7%, while Memphis has a 34.3% chance of winning.

This matchup is crucial for Tulane as they aim to maintain their undefeated conference record and secure a higher ranking in the final regular season Top 25. For Memphis, while the game does not significantly impact their standings, a win would be a notable upset and could knock Tulane out of the Top 25.