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Tulane prepares to face Kansas State, focusing on Avery Johnson

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:08 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Tulane prepares to face Kansas State, focusing on Avery Johnson

Summary

Tulane travels to Manhattan for a week 3 matchup against Kansas State, which has scored 105 points this season and allowed just 10. Head coach Will Hall emphasizes focusing on their own game while preparing to limit dual-threat quarterback Avery Johnson, who has 101 rushing yards to date. Linebacker Makai Williams highlights the importance of improving tackling techniques against agile opponents. Defensive leader Chris Rodgers is dealing with a leg injury, prompting a 'next man up' mentality within the team as they adjust practices ahead of the challenge.

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•Tulane faces Kansas State in Manhattan for week 3.
•Kansas State has scored 105 points while allowing only 10 this season.
•Avery Johnson is a key player Tulane aims to limit.
•Tulane emphasizes tackling improvement in practice.
•Chris Rodgers is dealing with a leg injury, impacting defense.

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11:08 PMYahoo Sports — Tulane’s run defense keyed in on limiting K-State quarterback Avery Johnson in week three roadtrip

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NEW ORLEANS, La. (WGNO) – Tulane head coach Will Hall says their approach week after week is taking on “nameless, faceless opponents” with the goal of focusing more on themselves. Though that method sounds good, the Green Wave is well aware of another tough test in week 3 when tapping into Big 12 action. The […]
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