Pick details
| MATCHUP | Tulane Green Wave | Rice Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-5 | 1-8 |
| Spread | +2.5 -110 | -2.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | +114 | -135 |
| Total | Over 48.5 (-108) | Under 48.5 (-112) |
| Where | Rice Stadium, Houston, TX | |
| When | Saturday, November 14, 2026 | |
| Time | 02:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Tulane vs. Rice Prediction
I know Tulane has issues and was just blasted by Tulsa last week, 10-60. Tulane had offensive issues as it is, but it’s now 128th in total defense, 133rd in rush defense, and 106th in scoring defense. That upset win over Memphis feels like forever ago. However, Rice as a favorite is hilarious.
The same Rice team that has just one win this season? The same Rice team that’s 136th in pass offense and 113th in scoring offense? The same Rice team that’s 102nd in total defense, 110th in rush defense, and 127th in scoring defense? Heck, the same Rice team that has just three wins since September 27 of last year? This is the first time Rice has been favored this season since its season opener against Houston Christian. I’m not buying it.
I say it all the time, but just because one team stinks or is playing poorly doesn’t make the equally as garbage opponent more attractive. Rice sucks. There’s better options out there on this CFB Saturday, but it’s Tulane or pass for me. Give me the points.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview
The Tulane Green Wave lost to Tulsa, beat Charlotte, and they play North Texas next. Tulane Green Wave have split their last 8 games. Trace Johnson is completing 60.8 percent of his passes for 818 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. Johnson has been sacked 10 times this season. Destyn Hill has 445 yards and 2 touchdowns on 36 catches. Anthony Brown-Stephens has 297 yards and 1 touchdown on 28 catches. Bredell Richardson has 157 yards and 1 touchdown on 16 catches.
The Tulane Green Wave ground game is averaging 139.6 yards per contest, and Johnnie Daniels leads the way with 542 yards and 6 touchdowns. Defensively, Tulane is allowing 29.2 points and 437.4 yards per game. Dickson Agu leads the Tulane Green Wave with 86 tackles. Makai Williams has 4 sacks. Kevin Adams III has 2 interceptions.
Rice Owls Betting Preview
The Rice Owls lost to FAU and North Texas and will play Temple next. The Rice Owls have lost 8 straight games. Jacurri Brown is completing 48.2 percent of his passes for 478 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. Brown has been sacked 11 times this season. Barry Jackson Jr. has 102 yards and 1 touchdown on 7 catches. Jordan Clark has 257 yards on 20 catches. Braylen Walker has 111 yards and 1 touchdown on 6 catches.
The Rice Owls’ ground game is averaging 238.9 yards per contest, and Jacurri Brown leads the way with 696 yards and 6 touchdowns. Defensively, Rice is allowing 29 points and 371.9 yards per game. AJ Brown leads Rice with 65 tackles. Koa Akui has 2 sacks. Jerrick Harper has 1 interception.
Why the Rice Owls will win
- The favorite has won 15 of Rice’s last 16 games.
- Tulane has lost four of its last five road games.
- Rice has covered the spread in each of its last five home games against teams from Louisiana.
- Tulane has failed to cover the spread in each of its last three games.
- The favorite has won the first half in each of Rice’s last five games.
Why the Tulane Green Wave will win
- Rice has lost each of its last seven games against conference opponents.
- Tulane has won each of its last five November road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Tulane has covered the spread in seven of its last eight November road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Rice has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games.
- Tulane has won the first half in six of its last seven road games in November.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Tulane’s last five November road games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Five of Rice’s last six home games against teams from Louisiana have gone OVER the total points line.
Rice Owls Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 11, Jordan Clark leads Rice in receptions (20) this season.
Tulane Green Wave Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 11, Johnnie Daniels leads Tulane for touchdowns (6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Rice ranks T130th among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (17.3).
- Rice ranks 129th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (9.3).
- Tulane ranks 134th among FBS teams for rushing yards allowed per game this season (215.3).
- Tulane ranks 133rd among FBS teams for 1st downs this season (144).
Randy Chambers's Pick: Tulane +2.5
