Tulane 24, East Carolina 17

How good are the Pirates? It is frankly unclear, but their numbers are indisputably strong since Blake Harrell took over as interim coach midway through 2024. Promoted to full-time coach last November, he is 8-3, and East Carolina ranks near the top of the American Conference in offense and defense this season. That said, the Tulane defensive line took over its league opener at Tulsa and should be able to make the Pirates one-dimensional while harassing quarterback Katin Houser. Look for Jon Sumrall to keep his perfect record intact when his teams outrush their opponents.

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