College Football8 Nov 20262 minute read

Tulane AD Calls 60-10 Loss to Tulsa Unacceptable and Embarrassing

Tulane athletic director David Harris blasted the team's 60-10 loss to Tulsa, calling the homecoming defeat unacceptable and embarrassing.

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A Harsh Message After Homecoming

Tulane athletic director David Harris did not hold back after a humiliating 60-10 loss to Tulsa on homecoming weekend. In a message posted to the university athletic website on Saturday night, Harris called the defeat alarming and unacceptable. He admitted he felt embarrassed by what took place on the field in front of players' families, alumni, and fans.

Harris, who is in his third season at Tulane, hired head coach Will Hall last offseason after Jon Sumrall left for Florida. The loss dropped the Green Wave to 4-5 overall and 2-3 in the American Conference. That is a sharp drop for a team that reached the College Football Playoff just one season ago as one of two non power conference teams selected. Harris made it clear that the performance fell far below the standard expected at the university, adding that he takes accountability for the department and will demand urgency over the final three games.

How the Blowout Unfolded

The game got out of hand early as Tulsa built a 46-0 lead. Tulane finally broke through early in the fourth quarter with a 38 yard field goal by Cooper Helmke. The Green Wave added a late touchdown on a 4 yard pass from Dagan Bruno to Bredell Richardson with just two seconds left on the clock.

Tulsa moved to 5-4 overall and 2-3 in conference play with the win. For Tulane, the massive point differential was the primary concern for leadership. Harris pointed out that while any defeat is tough, the huge margin made this particular game especially alarming to the entire athletic department.

Looking Ahead to Rice

Head coach Will Hall accepted blame for the blowout, stating that fixing the issues starts with him. Hall noted that his team did not execute and did foolish things on the field, but insisted the problems can be fixed right away.

Hall did not mention any staff changes following the loss. Instead, he said his entire focus is on preparing the team to play much better next week when they head to Houston to face Rice.

What it means for the next game

Tulane Green Wave at Rice Owls (College Football, Sat, 14 Nov): Rice Owls win 46%, Tulane Green Wave win 54%; projected score Rice Owls 24, Tulane Green Wave 24. Our safest pick: Rice +10.5.

Florida Atlantic Owls at Tulsa Golden Hurricane (College Football, Sat, 14 Nov): Tulsa Golden Hurricane win 78%, Florida Atlantic Owls win 22%; projected score Tulsa Golden Hurricane 41, Florida Atlantic Owls 29. Our safest pick: Tulsa to win.