Tulane Takes Early Lead
The Tulane Green Wave got off to a fast start against the Ole Miss Rebels, scoring the game’s first 10 points. Quarterback Michael Pratt connected with wide receiver Duece Watts for a 75-yard touchdown pass on the game’s opening drive, and then McGrath booted a 25-yard field goal to give the Green Wave a 10-0 lead.
Ole Miss Responds with Big Plays
The Rebels responded with a pair of big plays of their own. Quarterback Jaxson Dart hit wide receiver Jonathan Mingo for a 45-yard touchdown pass, and then running back Quinshon Judkins broke loose for a 62-yard touchdown run to give Ole Miss a 14-10 lead.
Tulane Retakes the Lead
The Green Wave regained the lead in the second quarter. Pratt hit tight end Alex Bauman for a 12-yard touchdown pass, and then McGrath added a 27-yard field goal to give Tulane a 20-14 lead.
Ole Miss Ties it Up
The Rebels tied the game up at 20-20 in the third quarter. Dart connected with wide receiver Malik Heath for a 15-yard touchdown pass.
Tulane Pulls Away
The Green Wave took the lead for good in the fourth quarter. Pratt hit Watts for a 25-yard touchdown pass, and then McGrath added a 32-yard field goal to give Tulane a 30-20 lead.
Ole Miss Cuts the Lead
The Rebels cut the lead to 30-27 with a 1-yard touchdown run by Judkins, but the Green Wave defense held on for the victory.
Player of the Game
Pratt was named the game’s Most Valuable Player. He completed 23 of 32 passes for 329 yards and four touchdowns. Watts led the Green Wave receivers with seven catches for 156 yards and two touchdowns.
Game Stats
The Green Wave outgained the Rebels 436 yards to 389 yards. Tulane also had more first downs (23 to 18) and time of possession (32:47 to 27:13).
Quotes
“We played a great game today,” said Tulane coach Willie Fritz. “Our offense was clicking, and our defense made some big stops when we needed them.”
“We didn’t play our best game today,” said Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin. “We made some mistakes, and Tulane took advantage of them.”
Tables
| Category | Tulane | Ole Miss |
|---|---|---|
| Total yards | 436 | 389 |
| First downs | 23 | 18 |
| Time of possession | 32:47 | 27:13 |
| Points per game | 30.0 | 27.0 |
| Rush yards per game | 142.0 | 173.0 |
| Pass yards per game | 294.0 | 216.0 |
| Points allowed per game | 20.5 | 23.3 |
| Rush yards allowed per game | 118.0 | 132.0 |
| Pass yards allowed per game | 195.8 | 168.0 |
Tips and Tricks
- Get your tickets early. The Green Wave and Rebels are both popular teams, so tickets can sell out quickly.
- Arrive early to avoid traffic and parking delays.
- Wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of walking around the stadium.
- Stay hydrated. It’s important to drink plenty of fluids, especially on hot days.
- Be respectful of other fans. Remember, we’re all here to enjoy the game.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don’t bring large bags. They will be checked at the gate, and you could be delayed.
- Don’t bring alcohol into the stadium. It’s prohibited by law.
- Don’t smoke in the stadium. It’s a non-smoking facility.
- Don’t run onto the field. It’s dangerous and you could be arrested.
- Don’t harass other fans. It’s just not cool.
