Tulane beats Memphis 31-17 on turnovers and sacks
Tulane’s defense forced six turnovers and recorded seven sacks to defeat the Memphis Tigers 31-17 at Yulman Stadium, improving to 3-3 overall and 1-1 in the AAC.
Key points
- Tulane forced six turnovers, including a 76‑yard interception return by TJ Smith.
- The defense recorded seven sacks against quarterback Marcus Stokes.
- Tulane’s win moves the team to 3‑3 overall and 1‑1 in conference play.
- Memphis falls to 5‑2 overall.
- The game was played at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans on October 16.
The Tulane Green Wave defeated the Memphis Tigers 31-17 on Friday night, October 16, at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans.
Tulane capitalized on six Memphis turnovers, including a 76-yard interception return for a touchdown by defensive back TJ Smith.
The Green Wave’s defense also recorded seven sacks against Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes.
The victory moved Tulane to a 3-3 overall record and 1-1 in the American Athletic Conference, while Memphis fell to 5-2.
Your questions, answered
How did Tulane win against Memphis?
Tulane’s defense forced six turnovers and recorded seven sacks, including a 76‑yard interception return for a touchdown by TJ Smith.
What was the final score of the Tulane vs. Memphis game?
Tulane defeated Memphis 31‑17.
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