College Football Odds: SMU vs. Tulane prediction, odds and pick

The SMU Mustangs will travel to New Orleans to take on the Tulane Green Wave on Thursday night. SMu has reached bowl eligibility with a 6-4 record and 4-2 conference record. Tulana has enjoyed a lot of hype this season and went 8-1, including 5-0 in American Athletic Conference.

Tanner Mordecai has been unbelievable for SMU this season. The Mustangs have totaled 30 touchdown passes. Rashee Rice has dominated at receiver with 1,167 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. SMu has averaged 40.3 points and 486.4 yards of offense per game. Tulane has allowed 32.6 points, 446.2 yards, and 7 touchdowns per games.

Tulane has racked up 20 touchdown passes on the year. Deuce Watts leads the team with six receiving touchdowns. Tyrick James is second with four touchdown catches. Tyjae Spears leads on ground with 875 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on his team. Jha’Quan Jackson leads with 421 receiving yards. SMU's defense has allowed 19.0 points and 323.4 yards of offense per game.

Tulane is motivated after a loss to UCF. The Green Wave is expected to cover the spread and cover 64.5 points.

Tulane is favored by 3 points over SMU.