The Tulane Green Wave are set to extend their unbeaten streak in conference play as they face the UTSA Roadrunners in American Athletic Conference action on Thursday night. Tulane comes into the matchup after securing a 24-17 victory against Army on October 18, while UTSA looks to rebound from a hefty loss, falling 55-17 to North Texas that same day. Currently, Tulane boasts a record of 6-1 overall and 3-0 in the conference, having won their last three games. On the other hand, UTSA stands at 3-4 overall, with a 1-2 mark in conference play, but they have a solid 2-1 record at home.
The game will take place at the Alamodome in San Antonio, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. ET. Historically, the matchup is tied at 1-1, with each team having won on their home turf. In the betting line, the Green Wave are favored by 5.5 points, with the total points set at 54.5 according to the latest consensus from SportsLine.
Highlighting Tulane’s offense is junior quarterback Jake Retzlaff, who has produced noteworthy numbers this season. In his seven games, Retzlaff has completed 116 of 190 passes for 1,428 yards, securing six touchdowns against just one interception. Additionally, he has contributed significantly with his legs, rushing 70 times for 450 yards and scoring eight touchdowns. In their recent win over Army, he threw for 261 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for a touchdown, showcasing his dual-threat ability.
UTSA brings their own skilled players to the contest, with junior quarterback Owen McCown as a pivotal component of their attack. For the season, McCown has completed 137 of 216 passes for 1,310 yards, including 13 touchdowns, alongside four interceptions. A standout performance came during a dominant 61-13 victory over Rice, where he achieved 236 yards and three touchdowns. Supporting him, senior running back Robert Henry Jr. has been a beacon on the ground, with 868 rushing yards and nine touchdowns on 104 attempts this season.
According to simulations run by SportsLine, the game is expected to feature an explosive offensive display, projecting a total of 56 points. The simulations indicate a nearly 60% likelihood that one side of the spread will prevail. Betting enthusiasts and fans alike will be eager to see which team maintains their momentum and emerges victorious in this critical conference battle.