Memphis struggles with turnovers in loss to Tulane on Friday night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 3:09 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Memphis faced Tulane in New Orleans on Friday night, losing 31-17. The Tigers turned the ball over six times, failing to capitalize on early opportunities. After taking an early lead, Memphis went cold offensively, with a series of turnovers halting momentum. Tulane's true freshman quarterback, Trace Johnson, led the Green Wave as they scored on multiple drives. Memphis dropped to 5-2 overall and 2-1 in conference play, with a home game against East Carolina scheduled for next Thursday.
- •Memphis turns the ball over six times against Tulane.
- •Tigers score only twice in first half, ending with 195 total yards.
- •Trace Johnson contributes to Tulane's offensive surge.
- •Memphis drops to 5-2 and remains 2-1 in conference play.
- •Tigers will host East Carolina next Thursday.
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — Turnovers and missed opportunities lead to Memphis’ second loss of the year
"Memphis lost its second game of the season Friday night in New Orleans to Tulane. Charles Huff’s team turned the ball over six times and missed opportunity after opportunity to suffer a 31-17 loss in the Big Easy.
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