American Conference Championship: Tulane vs. North Texas Preview

The American Conference Championship game is set for Friday night, featuring No. 20 Tulane hosting No. 24 North Texas. This matchup not only determines the conference champion but also has significant implications for both teams' postseason aspirations, as the winner is likely to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff, according to CBS Sports.

Tulane, led by departing coach Jon Sumrall, is attempting to become the first program in American history to play in four consecutive title games, having achieved a remarkable 29-3 record in regular-season conference games since 2022.

Meanwhile, North Texas, under coach Eric Morris, boasts the highest-scoring offense in the nation, averaging 46.8 points per game, led by redshirt freshman quarterback Drew Mestemaker and true freshman running back Caleb Hawkins.

Both teams finished the regular season with a 7-1 conference record, but Tulane secured home-field advantage by being the highest-ranked American team in the Week 14 CFP Top 25. The game will take place at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans, Louisiana, with kickoff at 8 p.m.

ET. The stakes are high, as neither Tulane nor North Texas has ever played in the College Football Playoff, making this contest a historic opportunity for both programs. The last time North Texas faced a ranked team, they lost by 27 points, raising questions about their readiness for this high-stakes environment, while Tulane’s experience against top competition and home advantage might give them the edge, as noted by CBS Sports.