Quick answer
Tulane Green Wave defeated Rice Owls 30–28 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Tulane Green Wave 30, Rice Owls 28.
Game summary
Tulane Green Wave edged Rice Owls 30–28 in Week 9 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 10 plays.
- Passing leader: JT Daniels (Rice) — 180.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.27 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Makhi Hughes — 153.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Chris Brazzell II — 5 rec, 75.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Rice (+0.283/play) vs Tulane (+0.055/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 30 | |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 28 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- JT Daniels (Rice) — 180.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +8.07 EPA
- Michael Pratt (Tulane) — 251.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.01 EPA
Rushing
- Makhi Hughes (Tulane) — 153.0 yds +0.04 EPA
- Michael Pratt (Tulane) — 52.0 yds · 1 TD +0.62 EPA
- Juma Otoviano (Rice) — 42.0 yds · 2 TD +0.16 EPA
Receiving
- Chris Brazzell II (Tulane) — 5 rec · 75.0 yds +1.05 EPA
- Landon Ransom-Goelz (Rice) — 2 rec · 17.0 yds -0.45 EPA
- Luke McCaffrey (Rice) — 4 rec · 71.0 yds +1.17 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Daniels | 30 | 60.0% | 180 | 2 | +0.27 | +8.07 | |
| Michael Pratt | 32 | 68.8% | 251 | 2 | -0.12 | -4.01 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 70 | 48 |
| EPA / play | +0.055 | +0.283 |
| Total EPA | +3.82 | +13.59 |
| Success rate | 51.4% | 54.2% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.125 | +0.269 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.206 | +0.306 |
| Yards | 477 | 277 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 4 | 49 | +0.61 | Field goal | |
| Q1 | 3 | 8 | -1.83 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 4 | 78 | +6.13 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 7 | 67 | +6.27 | Rush TD | |
| Q1 | 13 | 65 | +3.29 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 3 | 7 | -1.13 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 7 | 49 | -0.55 | Missed FG | |
| Q2 | 3 | 0 | -2.25 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 8 | 50 | +3.87 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 8 | 23 | -1.64 | Interception | |
| Q2 | 2 | 35 | -1.37 | Field goal | |
| Q3 | 12 | 75 | +7.52 | Rush TD | |
| Q3 | 6 | 34 | -6.76 | Interception | |
| Q3 | 2 | 5 | +1.48 | Pass TD | |
| Q3 | 3 | 8 | -1.81 | Punt | |
| Q3 | 3 | 9 | -1.09 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Tulane Green Wave · Michael Pratt pass intercepted (-9.07 EPA)
- Q4 · Rice Owls · JT Daniels pass to Luke McCaffrey for a touchdown (35 yards) (+3.56 EPA)
- Q1 · Tulane Green Wave · Penalty (4th & 4) (+3.45 EPA)
- Q1 · Tulane Green Wave · Makhi Hughes rushes for 43 yards (1st & 10) (+3.17 EPA)
- Q1 · Tulane Green Wave · Michael Pratt pass to Chris Brazzell II for 15 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.0 EPA)
- Q1 · Tulane Green Wave · Michael Pratt pass to Jha'Quan Jackson for 38 yards (1st & 10) (+2.9 EPA)
- Q4 · Tulane Green Wave · Michael Pratt rushes for 2 yards (4th & 1) (+2.8 EPA)
- Q2 · Tulane Green Wave · Field goal missed (-2.79 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Tulane Green Wave controlled the final (30–28) in Week 9.
- Passing edge: JT Daniels (Rice) — 180.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: Rice at 0.283 EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Tulane Green Wave vs Rice Owls?
Tulane Green Wave 30, Rice Owls 28 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Tulane Green Wave vs Rice Owls?
Tulane Green Wave won with a final score of 30–28.
Where can I find the Tulane Green Wave vs Rice Owls box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531373.
Who led Tulane Green Wave vs Rice Owls in passing?
JT Daniels (Rice) led passers with 180.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Tulane Green Wave at Rice Owls in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Tulane Green Wave
Entered 6-2 Now 7-2 W
Rice Owls
Entered 4-4 Now 4-5 L