- Matchup: Tulane Green Wave vs. Charlotte 49ers
- Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
- Venue: Jerry Richardson Stadium, Charlotte, NC
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: 49ers (+10.0)
- Game Total: 45.5
This Friday, October 30, 2026, Jerry Richardson Stadium will be the battleground where the Charlotte 49ers (1-6) seek to overcome the Tulane Green Wave (3-4). Charlotte enters the fray as 10-point underdogs, with the total set at 45.5.
The Tulane Green Wave arrive with a season record of 3-4. In their previous matchup, they faced the UTSA Roadrunners, suffering a defeat with a score of 42-19. During that game, they executed 66 plays, gaining 332 total yards, but only managed to rush for 67 yards on 22 attempts, equating to an average of 3.0 yards per carry. The Green Wave’s defense allowed 223 rushing yards on 47 carries, averaging 4.7 yards per rush, and conceded 16 completions for 173 passing yards on 23 attempts, yielding a completion rate of 69.6%.
Throughout the season, Tulane has accumulated a total of 2,324 yards. In terms of touchdowns, they have achieved 5 through the air and 9 on the ground while turning the ball over 11 times. The team has accumulated 106 first downs and has incurred 47 penalties, costing them 384 yards. They average 140.1 rushing yards per game, placing them 95th nationally. When it comes to scoring, the Tulane Green Wave average 20.3 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Green Wave have allowed 1,422 passing yards, ranking 41st in the FBS. They permit an average of 203.1 passing yards per game with a completion rate allowed of 62.0%. Overall, their defense gives up an average of 416.3 yards per game, ranking 121st nationally, with 7 passing touchdowns and 15 rushing touchdowns allowed. Opponents are averaging 4.8 yards per run, accounting for 213.1 rushing yards per game. Over seven games, they have surrendered a total of 1,492 rushing yards, placing them 73rd in D-1 regarding points allowed, with an average of 24.6 PPG.
Meanwhile, the 49ers are coming into this contest with a 1-6 record. In their last outing, they achieved a comeback victory against the Temple Owls, finishing 38-31. The 49ers managed to average 4.4 yards per rush, accumulating 168 yards on 38 carries, and they ended the game with a total of 449 yards on 69 plays, averaging 6.5 yards per play. Their secondary allowed a completion rate of 63.0%, yielding 249 yards on 17 completions from 27 attempts, and permitted 206 rushing yards on 34 carries, averaging 6.1 yards per rush.
Charlotte’s offense averages 310.9 yards per game, placing them 127th nationally. They have accumulated 298 yards in penalties over 44 infractions, ranking 87th in D-1 for penalty yards. Averaging 111.0 rushing yards per game, they’ve rushed for a total of 777 yards this season. The 49ers have thrown 9 interceptions and have allowed 7 fumbles to be recovered by opponents, alongside recording 104 first downs. Currently, they rank 128th in Division 1 in scoring, averaging just 19.1 points per game, with a total of 1,399 passing yards and an average of 199.9 passing yards per game, putting them 98th in the country.
Defensively, the 49ers yield an alarming 40.6 points per game, ranking 137th in D-1. They have surrendered 1,310 rushing yards (averaging 187.1 yards per game) and 19 rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, they have allowed 17 passing touchdowns along with 278.0 yards per game, placing them 133rd in college football. Their defense has participated in 495 plays, ranking 95th nationally, with only 2 fumbles recovered and 2 interceptions this season, totaling 284 points allowed.
Who will emerge victorious in the Green Wave vs. 49ers clash this evening against the spread?
Prediction: Back the Green Wave -10.0
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