Tulane Green Wave (1-1) vs. Oklahoma Sooners (2-0)
Tulane Green Wave vs. Oklahoma Sooners September 14 2024 – With the NCAA football third week at hand, fans and bettors can’t help but zero in on the battle between Tulane Green Wave and Oklahoma Sooners. It is sure to be an interesting contest as the Green Wave, with an even record of 1-1, takes on the undefeated 2-0 Sooners. This game is also gaining popularity on authorized betting websites, where odds and stakes change as the kickoff approaches. It takes place in the historic Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and is shown on ESPN.
Tulane Green Wave vs. Oklahoma Sooners September 14 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Tulane Green Wave vs. Oklahoma Sooners Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Tulane | +590 | +18.5 (-122) | 54.5 over (-110) |
| Oklahoma | -900 | -18.5 (-110) | 54.5 under (-112) |
The betting odds suggest a strong leaning towards the Oklahoma Sooners, marked as heavy favorites with a -18.5 point spread. The Moneyline reflects confidence in the Sooners at -900, indicating a significant disparity in perceived team strengths. Meanwhile, the total over/under for the game is set at 54.5, pointing to expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
Darian Mensah QB vs. Jackson Arnold QB
Darian Mensah, the Tulane Green Wave’s quarterback, continues to post impressive figures in the beginning part of the season. His completion rate is 70.7% and averages 13.3 yards per pass attempt, which are reasonable sources of strength for Mensah. In spite of being sacked five times and being 36 yards short due to being shoved out, he demonstrated such facility to recuperate from pressure, which is quite vital, provided the defense.
For the Oklahoma Sooners, Jackson Arnold is of different attributes. Arnold’s completion percentage is 63.2%, with 315 yards from passing. Although Arnold’s yards per pass are only at 5.5, treating that ratio, the quarterback has progressed with six touchdowns against one interception. Arnold will face a formidable challenge in penetrating the Tulane defensive line, which has demonstrated the ability to rush the passer and cause havoc in the backfield.
Ground and Pound: Tulane’s Rushing Force
Makhi Hughes, Tulane’s standout running back, has bulldozed through defenses with 187 rushing yards over 35 attempts, averaging 5.3 yards per carry. His ability to break tackles and his explosive long runs have been instrumental for Tulane’s ground game. The synergy between Hughes and Mensah diversifies Tulane’s offensive threats, forcing opponents to balance their focus between air and ground attacks.
Oklahoma’s Aerial and Ground Synchronization
For Oklahoma, Taylor Tatum’s 75 rushing yards on minimal attempts reflect his efficiency and the Sooners’ strategic use of their running game to balance their offensive attacks. The synergy between Arnold and his wide receiver, Deion Burks—who has already snagged three touchdowns—illustrates Oklahoma’s balanced offensive strategy, where quick passes and strategic runs play equal parts in dismantling defenses.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Trends
Tulane are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Tulane’s last 15 games.
Tulane are 16-4 SU in their last 20 games.
Green Wave are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games on the road.
Tulane are 0-12 SU in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Southeastern conference.
Oklahoma Sooners Betting Trends
Oklahoma are 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games.
Sooners are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games.
Oklahoma are 9-0 SU in their last 9 games at home.
Oklahoma are 8-0 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the American Athletic Conference conference.
Sooners are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games played in September.
Tulane Green Wave vs. Oklahoma Sooners Betting Previews
Due to Tulane’s impressive defensive statistics and Oklahoma’s offensive performance, it is possible that this game will turn out to be closer than the spread suggests. Since Tulane is expected to be able to thwart Oklahoma’s passing game and will be able to fill any holes left with their running game, the margin of victory may not be too excessive.
However, the soft and evenly balanced team with the home wins record makes this team the better option. Those betting ought to remember the possibility of Oklahoma covering the spread due to September performance and home games. Quarterbacks may yield some useful value regarding prop betting for touchdowns and completions. View free NCAAF previews for more insights and possible wagering prospects.
Score Prediction: Oklahoma 34, Tulane 20.
