Tulane Green Wave upsets Memphis Tigers 31-17 in Friday night football
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Last updated Oct 17, 2026
The Tulane Green Wave defeated the Memphis Tigers 31-17 on Friday night at Yulman Stadium. Tulane's defense was pivotal, forcing six turnovers, while the offense had a strong second quarter to secure the win. True freshman quarterback Trace Johnson threw for 156 yards and one touchdown. A late touchdown run by Johnnie Daniels helped solidify the victory. This win brings Tulane's record to 3-3 and marks a significant triumph over the previously 5-2 Memphis team.
- •Tulane improves to 3-3 on the season.
- •Memphis falls to 5-2 after the loss.
- •Trace Johnson leads Tulane in his first start.
- •Tulane forces six turnovers in the game.
- •Johnnie Daniels scores the final touchdown for Tulane.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tulane Stuns Memphis 31-17 Behind Defensive Dominance and Six Turnovers
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Tulane Green Wave Pulls of Massive Upset, Shocks Memphis Tigers with 31-17 Win
"Green Wave Deliver Statement Victory at Home The Tulane Green Wave delivered an impressive performance Friday night, defeating Memphis 31-17 at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans. Tulane capitalized on six Memphis turnovers, including a 76-yard interception return for a touchdown, to earn a crucial American Athletic Conference victory. The win improved Tulane to 3-3 overall…
"The Green Wave forced six turnovers and made every big play needed on offense to secure the victory.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 17, 2026, 4:00 AMTulane Stuns Memphis 31-17 Behind Defensive Dominance and Six Turnovers
Green Wave Deliver Statement Victory at Home The Tulane Green Wave delivered an impressive performance Friday night, defeating Memphis 31-17 at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans. Tulane capitalized on six Memphis turnovers, including a 76-yard interception return for a touchdown, to earn a crucial American Athletic Conference victory. The win improved Tulane to 3-3 overall…
- Yahoo SportsOct 17, 2026, 3:43 AMTulane Green Wave Pulls of Massive Upset, Shocks Memphis Tigers with 31-17 Win
The Green Wave forced six turnovers and made every big play needed on offense to secure the victory.
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