What we learned

Tulane is resilient with the heart of a champion if not always the right execution. Coming off an embarrassing performance at Texas-San Antonio, the Green Wave nearly knocked out Memphis in the first half of a must-win game on Friday night with a series of body blows. Jake Retzlaff was sharper than he has ever been leading five touchdown drives on the first six series, and the receivers made play after play. All of the Wave’s preseason goals were on the line, and it found a way to end the Tigers’ 12-game home winning streak and reassert its championship aspirations.

Trending now

A clear path to the American Conference championship game. Coach Jon Sumrall did not want to hear about it after the 38-32 win, but the Wave will be a solid favorite in its remaining games and is

See Full Page