COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Memphis has been the steadier team recently, scoring 231 points through six games while allowing 125, and its offensive efficiency has been a major separator. Tulane has struggled to string together consistent production, scoring 92 points across five games while allowing 113, and the defense has been vulnerable on the ground and overall. Memphis also grades much better in yards per play, while Tulane has been below average in that area and has been more reliable to the under than to the over this season.
Memphis is the better side on paper and has the more efficient offense, which should show up against a Tulane defense that has had trouble getting stops consistently. Tulane’s home field helps, but the Tigers’ scoring profile, yards-per-play advantage, and better recent form point to a road win with margin. Final score projection: Memphis Tigers 34, Tulane Green Wave 27.