Oklahoma (2-0) vs Tulane (1-1)
Game Info: Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 3:30 pm (Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium)
Betting Odds: Oklahoma -14.5 / Tulane +14.5 --- Over/Under: 54.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN
The Tulane Green Wave and the Oklahoma Sooners meet Saturday in college football action from OU Memorial Stadium. Here’s a Tulane vs Oklahoma prediction. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best Tulane vs Oklahoma pick. We will examine:
The Tulane Green Wave's recent form and player performance
The Oklahoma Sooners' recent form and player performance
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Tulane Green Wave
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Oklahoma Sooners
Recent betting trends in games played between Tulane and Oklahoma
A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for the Tulane vs Oklahoma game
Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview
Tulane’s 2024 year began with a game versus Southeastern Louisiana. Tulane scored double-digit points in every quarter in that one on the way to a 52-0 blowout win. Darian Mensah threw for 205 yards and a pair of scores. Leading the receivers was Mario Williams on four grabs for 124 yards.
In game two versus Kansas State, Tulane put up a good fight versus a tough opponent. The Wave were up 20-10 by halftime but ultimately fell 34-27 after a cold second half. Mensah had 342 yards, two scores, and a pick in the loss, while Williams caught six balls for 128 yards.
Oklahoma Sooners Betting Preview
Over on the Oklahoma side, they kicked off their year against Temple. The Sooners had a 34-0 lead by halftime and rolled to a 51-3 result. Jackson Arnold threw for 141 yards and four scores. Bauer Sharp caught one of those TDs among his five grabs for 47 yards.
Oklahoma played Houston in their matchup last weekend. In that one, the Sooners were in the locker room with a 14-6 lead. Oklahoma had to scramble for an eventual 16-12 win to stay undefeated. Arnold had 174 yards with two scores and a pick this time. Deion Burks led the receivers on nine grabs for 53 yards.
Why the Oklahoma Sooners will win
- Oklahoma has won 24 of its last 25 games against non-conference opponents at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
- Tulane has lost 21 of its last 24 games as an underdog.
- Oklahoma has covered the spread in five of its last six September games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
Why the Tulane Green Wave will win
- Tulane has won each of its last three road games in September.
- Tulane has covered the spread in four of its last five road openers as an underdog.
Total Points Facts
- Twelve of Tulane's last 15 games have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of Oklahoma's last three games against non-conference opponents at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium has gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Oklahoma ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q2 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Oklahoma ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q4 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Tulane ranks T1st among FBS teams for H1 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Tulane ranks T14th among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (12.0).
Why the Oklahoma Sooners will win
- Oklahoma has won 24 of its last 25 games against non-conference opponents at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
- Tulane has lost 21 of its last 24 games as an underdog.
- Oklahoma has covered the spread in five of its last six September games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
Why the Tulane Green Wave will win
- Tulane has won each of its last three road games in September.
- Tulane has covered the spread in four of its last five road openers as an underdog.
Total Points Facts
- Twelve of Tulane's last 15 games have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of Oklahoma's last three games against non-conference opponents at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium has gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Oklahoma ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q2 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Oklahoma ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q4 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Tulane ranks T1st among FBS teams for H1 win percentage this season (1.000).
- Tulane ranks T14th among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (12.0).
Tulane vs Oklahoma Prediction
I’m leaning toward Tulane. The Wave posted a scrappy effort against a very good Kansas State team last weekend but ultimately fell short after drying up in the second half. Tulane had 491 total yards (342 passing) and 21 first downs but went just 5-of-13 on third-down tries with a pair of turnovers. The nine penalties for 80 yards also hurt their cause. Defensively Tulane was pretty solid outside of stopping the run (215 yards allowed on the ground) and not generating any takeaways.
As for Oklahoma, they escaped a pretty meager offensive outing versus a stout Houston team in their last game. The Sooners had just 249 total yards (174 passing) and went 4-of-14 on third downs. Oklahoma will likely focus on the run this week (just 75 rush yards versus Houston) and if Tulane can slow them down I think the Wave can cover.
Andrew’s Pick Tulane Green Wave +14.5
AUTHOR: Andrew Jett
