- Matchup: Duke Blue Devils vs. Tulane Green Wave
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Venue: Yulman Stadium, New Orleans, LA
- Broadcast: ESPN/ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Green Wave favored by (-3.0)
- Combined Total: 53
In an exciting showdown, the Tulane Green Wave (2-0) will host the Duke Blue Devils (1-1) at Yulman Stadium on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Currently, the Blue Devils are underdogs by 3.0 points, with a total set at 53.
The Duke Blue Devils are entering this matchup with a record of 1-1 for the season. In their previous outing, they faced off against the Illinois Fighting Illini, suffering a defeat with a final score of 45-19. During that game, they executed 63 plays, accumulating 438 yards. The Blue Devils’ ground game managed 24 carries for 82 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per attempt. In defense, they allowed 123 yards on 42 carries, which translates to an average of 2.9 yards per carry. Duke’s pass defense was tested as well, giving up 22 completions out of 31 attempts for a total of 296 yards, yielding a completion rate of 71.0%.
This season, the Blue Devils have recorded a total of 986 yards. They have found the end zone 5 times through the air and 2 times on the ground, but have also turned the ball over 6 times. Offensively, they have accumulated 44 first downs while racking up 9 penalties for 84 yards. Duke’s rushing attack averages 120.5 yards per game, placing them 102nd nationally. They are scoring an average of 32.0 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Blue Devils have allowed 408 passing yards, ranking them 71st, with an average of 204.0 yards surrendered each game and a completion rate of 67.3%. Overall, they are yielding 347.0 yards per game, placing them 85th in Division 1. Duke’s defense has given up 3 touchdowns via the air and 5 on the ground. They are allowing 3.3 yards per rushing attempt, with an average of 143.0 rushing yards per game, having conceded 286 rushing yards in total this season. The Blue Devils rank 111th in Division 1 for points allowed, conceding an average of 31.0 points per game.
On the other side, the Green Wave are making waves with a perfect 2-0 start this season. In their latest game, they edged out the South Alabama Jaguars with a nail-biting 33-31 victory. Tulane’s rushing defense allowed 41 attempts for 190 yards, averaging 4.6 yards per carry. Additionally, their pass defense was challenged, giving up 231 yards on 17 completions out of 24 attempts with a completion rate of 70.8%. The Green Wave totaled 406 yards for the game and executed 72 plays, averaging 5.6 yards per play, including a solid 5.4 yards per carry on their ground game, finishing with 241 rushing yards on 45 carries.
In terms of scoring, the Green Wave currently rank 71st in Division 1, averaging 28.0 points per game. Their offense generates 413.5 yards per game, sitting at 61st nationally. Tulane has incurred 142 yards in penalties from 16 infractions, ranking 24th in the nation in terms of aiding their opponents. They have achieved 46 first downs. So far this season, Tulane has racked up 317 passing yards, averaging 158.5 passing yards per game, ranking them 113th. Their rushing game is robust, averaging 255.0 yards per game and totaling 510 yards this year.
Defensively, the Green Wave allow an average of 17.0 points per game, putting them 60th in college football. They have yielded a total of 266 rushing yards (133.0 yards/game) and 2 rushing touchdowns for the season. Defending against the pass, they’ve given up 2 touchdowns and 196.0 yards per game, ranking them 69th nationally. The Tulane defense has participated in 128 plays, ranking 64th, and has recovered 3 fumbles alongside 4 interceptions this season.
Who will emerge victorious in this clash between the Blue Devils and Green Wave? Will the spread favor the underdog Blue Devils?
Tony’s Prediction: Bet on the Blue Devils +3.0
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