MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Interstat) — A pivotal American Athletic Conference matchup is set for Friday night as the Memphis Tigers host the Tulane Green Wave at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Memphis (8-1) enters the contest riding high, boasting one of the nation’s top records and coming off a dominant 38-14 road victory over Rice. The Tigers’ offense has been a model of efficiency, led by quarterback Brendon Lewis, who passed for 225 yards and rushed for 87 more in the win.

Tulane (6-2), however, is looking to rebound from a disappointing 48-26 loss to Texas-San Antonio last Thursday. The Green Wave utilized two quarterbacks in the defeat, with Jake Retzlaff and Brendan Sullivan combining for over 250 passing yards and three touchdowns, but the defense struggled to contain the Roadrunners’ attack.

Despite the Tigers’ superior record, Tulane has been installed as a 3.5-point favorite by oddsmakers. The over/under for the game is set at 54.5 points. A statistical projection from Interstat forecasts a 35-22 victory for the home-standing Tigers.

The game features a contrast in recent momentum, with Memphis aiming to continue its winning ways and Tulane seeking to right the ship in a hostile road environment. The outcome will have significant implications in the AAC standings.