After dropping their seventh straight game to the league-worst Carolina Panthers — who came in with just a 1-7 record — the New Orleans Saints have finally dismissed head coach Dennis Allen. The loss to Carolina was puzzling but not shocking for Saints fans, who had already begun expecting disappointment. Statistically, it appeared the Saints... The post Saints fire head coach … [Read more...] about Saints fire head coach Dennis Allen after loss to Carolina
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Tulane dominates in win over Charlotte
It has been smooth sailing for Tulane University in conference play this season, and Thursday night’s game against the 9ers was no different, as the Wave rolled past the 49ers 34-3. Its closest conference game was an 8-point win, and their lowest scoring output was a 24-point showing against the Owls. After a shaky start... The post Tulane dominates in win over Charlotte … [Read more...] about Tulane dominates in win over Charlotte
Makhi Hughes powers Tulane through North Texas in shootout
The Tulane University Green Wave defeated the University of North Texas Mean Green 45-37 on Saturday to remain undefeated in American Athletic Conference play. In the previous game against Rice University, Tulane’s offense struggled throughout, being responsible for only 17 points. A large reason for the struggle was constant miscues, particularly in the passing attack,... The … [Read more...] about Makhi Hughes powers Tulane through North Texas in shootout
Tulane shows promise in exhibition win against Spring Hill College
Let’s set the record straight: Everyone knew Tulane University would win this matchup. All that mattered in this game was to put the offseason practices and training to the test in order to help evaluate where the team currently is. The Wave ended up winning comfortably, with a score of 86-66 against Spring Hill College,... The post Tulane shows promise in exhibition win … [Read more...] about Tulane shows promise in exhibition win against Spring Hill College
Saints lose sixth straight to Chargers: Is their season over?
The New Orleans Saints’ loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, their sixth straight, may have been their ugliest one yet. That is impressive, considering last week on “Drew Brees night,” they put up only 10 points and 271 yards of offense against the Denver Broncos. While they put up 366 yards Sunday — most of... The post Saints lose sixth straight to Chargers: Is their season over? … [Read more...] about Saints lose sixth straight to Chargers: Is their season over?