NCAAF · October 1, 2026 · 9:07 PM ET
NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN @ TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE
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Matchup Analysis
Jackson gives North Texas a productive passing engine
Through four games, Tayven Jackson has completed 74% of his passes for 1,187 yards and six touchdowns, giving North Texas a passing threat beyond its ground game.
SourceTulsa’s run defense is a key counter
Through four games, Tulsa has allowed 109.8 rushing yards per game and 3.1 yards per carry, while North Texas has averaged 174 rushing yards per game; the Mean Green may need Jackson’s passing if Tulsa limits the run.
SourceHayes’ Tulsa status remains unresolved
Baylor Hayes did not play against Arkansas and his Thursday status was expected to be decided immediately before kickoff; if available, he could steady Tulsa’s passing attack, which has averaged 170.4 yards per game in 2026.
SourceNorth Texas has questions at receiver and running back
Brendon Haygood was reported doubtful, Josiah Martin questionable and Jimmy Calloway’s status unclear; those questions could test each team’s depth in a passing contest.
SourceRoad defense remains a concern for the Mean Green
North Texas allowed 101 points in two 2026 road games, giving Tulsa a chance to pressure a less reliable road defense.
SourcePick Ideas
Tulsa +2.5
At +2.5, Tulsa gets less than a field goal at home; its 2026 ATS record is 2-2 versus North Texas at 3-1 through four games.
Under 56.5 points
Tulsa has gone under the total in all four 2026 games to date, but North Texas’s scoring makes Under 56.5 a lean.
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