Memphis Tigers
Memphis enters Friday with four consecutive wins and a potent ground attack, while Tulane returns home after a late loss at Army. The Tigers are favored, but the Green Wave remain unbeaten at Yulman this season.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | MEMP -6.5 TULANE +6.5 | MEMP -255 TULANE +205 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| DraftKings | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -250 TULANE +205 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetMGM | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -250 TULANE +200 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetRivers | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -265 TULANE +205 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Fanatics | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -245 TULANE +200 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Bovada | MEMP -6.5 TULANE +6.5 | MEMP -245 TULANE +205 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -250 TULANE +207 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| LowVig.ag | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -250 TULANE +207 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| MyBookie.ag | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -290 TULANE +226 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetUS | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | — | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Caesars | MEMP -7 TULANE +7 | MEMP -260 TULANE +210 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
Injury Report
Tulane has several offensive health questions to track before kickoff. Running back Maurice Turner and receiver A. Parham have appeared on injury listings with undisclosed issues, while running back Jamauri McClure has dealt with a foot problem and receiver Z. Lewis Jr. with a leg issue. Availability should be checked again nearer game day; Memphis has no significant injuries listed on the referenced matchup report.
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Key Matchup Edge
Memphis holds the clearest edge on the ground. Carter is coming off 132 rushing yards, while Tulane allowed Army 329 rushing yards last Saturday. Army employs a different rushing scheme, but the defensive breakdown still highlights missed fits and tackling concerns that Memphis can pressure.
3 Things to Watch
- Carter against vulnerable interior run defense
- Tulane offensive availability before kickoff
- Memphis road favorites versus unbeaten home hosts
Betting Breakdown
Memphis travels to Yulman Stadium on Friday, October 16, for a 7:30 p.m. ET American Conference showdown with Tulane. The Tigers have won four straight since losing at Boise State, most recently overpowering UAB 38-13 after pulling away with 28 unanswered second-half points. Their offensive balance starts with quarterback Marcus Stokes and running back Jaylin Carter, whose 132-yard rushing performance against UAB reinforced a productive start to the season. Tulane enters 2-3 after a 20-17 defeat at Army that ended on a field goal. The Green Wave held a fourth-quarter lead but could not finish, and Army amassed 329 rushing yards. That result creates a meaningful matchup question against a Memphis backfield capable of explosive gains. Still, Tulane is 2-0 at Yulman, having defeated South Alabama and Southern Miss there. The market places Memphis near a 6.5-point favorite with a total around 54.5. Memphis has covered four of six games, including its last two, while Tulane has covered two of five. The key is whether the Tigers control early downs without letting the home crowd and Green Wave defense keep it close.
Memphis Betting Outlook
Memphis brings a 5-1 record and a four-game winning streak into New Orleans. The Tigers followed a 59-8 demolition of Charlotte with a 38-13 win over UAB, covering the spread in both games. Marcus Stokes has thrown for 1,535 yards, while Jaylin Carter has supplied 645 on the ground. Carter rushed for 132 against UAB and gives Memphis a direct way to test a Tulane defense that was gashed by Army. The Tigers are 2-1 away from home this season, so the road-favorite price still demands discipline. Early rushing success should help Stokes find manageable passing situations.
Tulane Betting Outlook
Tulane returns to Yulman Stadium at 2-3, but both its wins came at home. The Green Wave beat South Alabama 28-24 and Southern Miss 24-21 before losing 20-17 at Army. Kadin Semonza finished with 158 passing yards against the Black Knights, while Johnnie Daniels supplied 67 rushing yards. Tulane managed 280 total yards and could not finish its final meaningful possession. Its rushing defense faces a different but equally important examination against Memphis. With uncertainty around several skill-position players, Tulane needs efficient possessions and improved tackling. The home underdog case depends on limiting explosive plays and avoiding another late-game collapse.
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Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave FAQ
What is the current spread for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The current home spread is TULANE +7, while the away spread is MEMP -7.
How far has the spread moved for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The spread opened at TULANE +7 and is now TULANE +7.
What is the current moneyline for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The current moneyline is MEMP -250 / TULANE +205.
How far has the moneyline moved for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The moneyline opened at MEMP -270 / TULANE +220 and is now MEMP -250 / TULANE +205.
What is the current total for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The current total is 53.5.
How far has the total moved for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
The total opened at 53.5 and is now 53.5.
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Current market signal: Market Steady.
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What is the biggest matchup edge for Memphis Tigers vs Tulane Green Wave?
Memphis holds the clearest edge on the ground. Carter is coming off 132 rushing yards, while Tulane allowed Army 329 rushing yards last Saturday. Army employs a different rushing scheme, but the defensive breakdown still highlights missed fits and tackling concerns that Memphis can pressure.
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