The Tulane Green Wave is a college football team representing Tulane University, competing in the American Athletic Conference (ACC). The football program was established in 1893 and was the national finalist in 1931. They play their home games at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Tulane Green Waves have won 10 conference championships and one division championship. The team is led by head coach Jon Sumrall for the 2024 season. The Waves helped five players to the Consensus All-Americans team and numerous players to the NFL. Their four biggest rivals are Auburn, LSU, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss.
The Tulane Green Wave had a significant season in 2022 under head coach Willie Fritz. The team finished the season with a 12-2 record which was its first double-digit winning season since 1998. They won the American Athletic Conference title by defeating UCF in the championship game, 45-28. They also won 46-45 against USC in the Cotton Bowl, the program's first major bowl victory since the 1939 Sugar Bowl. The team was led by quarterback Michael Pratt and running back Tyjae Spears, who combined to amass over 200 rushing yards in the Cotton Bowl. The 2022 campaign marked a turnaround season for Tulane, whose previous season ended in a 2-10 finish. Their accomplishments gave them a final ranking of No. 9 in the AP Poll, which is their highest ranking since 1939.
Tulane Green Wave Playoff Appearances
Tulane Green Wave has not made any appearances in the college football playoffs, as of December 2024.
Tulane Green Wave Bowl record
Tulane Green Wave’s Bowl record is 7-9, as of December 2024.
Tulane Green Wave All-time record
Tulane Green Wave’s All-time record is 564 wins, 675 losses, and 38 draws, as of December 2024.
FAQs on Tulane Green Wave
A. Tulane Green Wave football was established in 1893.
A. Tulane plays its home games at Yulman Stadium, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
A. Tulane has won 10 conference championships as of the end of the 2023 season.
A. Tulane’s team colors are olive green and sky blue.
