North Texas and Tulsa prepare for college football matchup

The North Texas Mean Green are scheduled to face the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in a college football matchup on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Chapman Stadium in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

North Texas enters the game with a 2-2 record, highlighted by a recent 63-14 victory over Houston Christian. The team features a highly productive offense, ranking 5th nationally in adjusted EPA per play and 3rd in offensive success rate. Quarterback Tayven Jackson has been a key factor in their passing-heavy attack, which accounts for over 52% of their plays.

Tulsa holds a 3-1 record following a recent loss to Arkansas. While the Golden Hurricane offense averages 29.7 points per game, they rank 113th in adjusted EPA per play and 90th in offensive success rate. Tulsa's offense is led by quarterback Baylor Hayes, while Damari Alston leads the team in rushing.

Analysts suggest a potential mismatch between North Texas’s elite offensive production and Tulsa’s lower-ranked offensive efficiency. Betting lines set Tulsa as a 1.5-point home favorite with a total over/under set at 57.5 points.