NCAAF: South Alabama vs Tulane 🏈 Odds & Picks (Sep 2)

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South Alabama vs #24 Tulane Odds, and Picks (Sep 2)

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September 30, 2022: Tulane wide receiver Deuce Watts 2 celebrates after scoring on a 13-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter of a college football game between the Houston Cougars and the Tulane Green Wave on Sept. 30, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Tulane won 27-24 in overtime. - ZUMAc201 0170266371st Copyright: xScottxColemanx

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South Alabama had a solid season, going 10-3, but losing their bowl game.
Tulane won a thriller over USC in the Cotton Bowl, finishing 12-2 on the year.
These two teams last met on September 12, 2020, in a game Tulane won 27-24.

The college football season is approaching. Let’s preview the upcoming South Alabama vs Tulane game.

How to Watch

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Preview

South Alabama is coming off one of their best seasons, having won 10 games for the first time in their program’s FBS history. Their previous best finish was a record of just 6-7 in 2016, proving just how impressive their 10-3 finish was. Unfortunately, they lost in the New Orleans Bowl, and are still seeking their first bowl win in team history. They’ll have a great shot at earning it this season with a similar roster.

September 17, 2022 Pasadena, CA.South Alabama Jaguars quarterback Carter Bradley 2 in action during the first quarter of the NCAA, College League, USA Football game between the UCLA Bruins and the South Alabama Jaguars at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California..Mandatory Photo Credit: /Cal Media Pasadena USA - ZUMAcl1_ 20220917_zaf_cl1_004 Copyright: xLouisxLopezx — IMAGO/ZUMA Wire

Tulane had a tremendous season last year. They finished 12-2, marking the first time they reached 12 wins since an undefeated season in the C-USA back in 1998. The Green Wave’s previous best finish in the AAC was a record of just 7-6. This season, Tulane returns a lot of the same players in a conference that is now without its top talent. They deserve their preseason ranking, and could make a NY6 bowl again in 2024.

Prediction

This is a stellar matchup between two of the best Group of Five teams. If they’re both able to build on last season’s double-digit win totals, this game could wind up deciding which team makes a NY6 bowl. Tulane has a major advantage as the host. They should have a packed crowd after last year’s incredible season and Cotton Bowl win. Even so, South Alabama could keep it close. I’ll take Tulane to win it but not cover.

NCAAF Picks:

Tulane 31, South Alabama 27 ()

Keith McCarthy Contributor

Keith McCarthy is an experienced sports analyst with a passion for predicting the outcomes of games spanning across sports such as football, basketball, baseball, and hockey, with a special expertise in college sports.