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Yulman Stadium Hosts SMU Mustangs Versus Tulane Green Wave in Football Action

As the Southern Methodist University Mustangs prepare to face off against the Tulane Green Wave at Yulman Stadium, fans are eager to see if the Mustangs can bounce back from their recent defeat. The upcoming game is set to be a crucial moment for SMU, who have shown both moments of brilliance and vulnerability in their past performances.


Sep 17, 2022; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Southern Methodist Mustangs quarterback Tanner Mordecai (8) throws during the first quarter against the Maryland Terrapins at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

In their last outing, the Mustangs faced a tough loss against Tulane with a score of 24-59. Despite this setback, looking at previous games provides a more comprehensive view of the team's capabilities. Just one week prior, they secured an impressive victory over South Florida with 41 points to USF's 23. This win was characterized by strong offensive plays and an impenetrable defense that managed two sacks and forced one fumble.


The game before that saw an even more dominant performance from SMU as they outscored Houston with a staggering 77 points to Houston's 63. Their offense was unstoppable; completing nine touchdowns through passing alone and achieving perfect efficiency in both red zone and goal-to-go situations.


However, consistency has been an issue for SMU as evidenced by their performance against Tulsa where they won but allowed 34 points against them. While they did manage five sacks on defense, penalties were a concern with nine infractions costing them valuable yardage.


The venue for the upcoming match could play a significant role in determining its outcome. Yulman Stadium is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could either galvanize or intimidate visiting teams like SMU.


Fans should expect an intense battle as SMU looks to leverage their offensive prowess while tightening up defensively to avoid giving away easy scores like in their last encounter with Tulane. It will be interesting to see how they adjust strategies based on past performances and whether they can maintain discipline when it comes to penalties which have previously hindered them.


The match is scheduled for November 18th at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans and will be broadcasted on ESPN network channels. Fans can look forward to what promises to be an exciting game filled with strategic plays and athletic prowess from both teams.

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