- Matchup: UTSA Roadrunners vs Tulane Green Wave
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Yulman Stadium, New Orleans, LA
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Betting Odds: Green Wave (+2.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 50.5
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This Saturday, October 24, 2026, the UTSA Roadrunners (6-1) will travel to Yulman Stadium to challenge the Tulane Green Wave (3-3). The Roadrunners enter this matchup as 2.5-point favorites according to the betting lines, with a total set at 50.5 points.
The UTSA Roadrunners arrive with a strong season record of 6-1. In their most recent game, they secured a close victory against the Navy Midshipmen, finishing 38-34. Over the course of that game, the Roadrunners executed 70 plays, totaling 469 yards. They managed to rush the ball 32 times for 110 yards, resulting in an average of 3.4 yards per carry. On defense, they allowed 294 rushing yards on 48 attempts, averaging 6.1 yards per run allowed. In the air, UTSA conceded 183 yards from 4 completions on 8 attempts, showcasing a completion percentage of 50.0%.
When it comes to scoring, UTSA averages 32.3 points per game. Their rushing attack ranks 49th nationally, averaging 179.4 yards on the ground. The Roadrunners have accumulated a total of 2,878 offensive yards this season. They’ve scored 11 touchdowns through the air and 14 on the ground. With 146 first downs to their credit, they’ve also incurred 58 penalties amounting to 587 yards, while turning the ball over 3 times.
In terms of defensive performance, the UTSA Roadrunners have allowed 1,398 yards, which places them 80th in the nation. They average 199.7 passing yards allowed per game with a completion percentage of 54.8%. Overall, they rank 112th in Division 1, yielding an average of 400.0 yards per contest. This includes 9 passing touchdowns and 13 rushing touchdowns against them. Their rushing defense concedes an average of 4.8 yards per attempt, with 200.3 rushing yards surrendered each game. Over the course of the 7 games played, UTSA has given up 1,402 rushing yards, ranking them 100th in Division 1 defensive statistics with 27.0 points allowed per game.
The Tulane Green Wave heads into this weekend with a balanced record of 3-3. In their last outing, they triumphed over the Memphis Tigers with a score of 31-17. Tulane’s defense faced 44 rushing attempts, allowing 176 yards (averaging 4.0 yards per carry). They gave up 306 yards through the air at a completion rate of 54.1%, going 20 for 37. Tulane amassed a total of 325 yards from 60 offensive plays, averaging 5.4 yards per play, while their ground game averaged 3.9 yards per attempt with a total of 150 yards on 38 carries.
On the scoring front, the Green Wave ranks 117th in the nation, averaging 20.5 points each game. Tulane’s offense generates an average of 332.0 yards per contest, positioning them at 115th in Division 1. They have accumulated 324 penalty yards through 41 infractions, which is the 76th rank nationally. The team has thrown 3 interceptions and has lost 2 fumbles, achieving 88 first downs thus far. Overall, Tulane has achieved 1,078 passing yards this season, with an average of 179.7 yards per game, ranking them 116th in Division 1. Their rushing game has netted 914 yards, averaging 152.3 yards per game.
The Green Wave defense has allowed a total of 1,269 rushing yards (211.5 yards per game) alongside 9 rushing touchdowns. They’ve conceded 7 passing touchdowns, with opponents throwing for an average of 208.2 yards per game, placing them 67th in the country. Overall, they’ve yielded 130 points this season, recovering 4 fumbles and intercepting 3 passes. With 424 plays faced, the Green Wave are ranked 75th in Division 1, allowing 21.7 points per game, good enough for 52nd nationally.
Who will emerge victorious in this college football battle between the Roadrunners and the Green Wave?
Expert Prediction: Bet on the Green Wave +2.5
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