The Tulane Green Wave will take on the Ole Miss Rebels in the 2025 College Football Playoff First Round Game. The game will be held at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, MS, on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on TNT. Tulane enters with an 11-2 record, while Ole Miss holds an 11-1 record. This postseason matchup promises to be an exciting contest between these ranked teams.

Tulane vs. Ole Miss Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Ole Miss Rebels (-924). Ole Miss has a strong home record of 8-0 this season. They are ranked #6 in both the AP and Coaches Polls, making them a solid choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 56.5. Both teams have shown the ability to score, with Ole Miss having a high-powered offense ranked 13th in points for this season.

Team Trends

• Ole Miss Rebels have an undefeated home record of 8-0 this season.
• Tulane Green Wave holds a road record of 4-2 this season.
• Ole Miss Rebels rank 4th in passing yards with 3715 yards this season.
• Tulane Green Wave ranks 8th in sacks with 34 this season.
• Ole Miss Rebels won their last postseason game against Duke Blue Devils, 52-20.

Tulane vs Ole Miss College Football Playoff First Round Game Preview

The Tulane Green Wave and Ole Miss Rebels are set for a big game in the College Football Playoff First Round. Tulane comes in with an 11-2 record and ranks 17th in the AP poll. They have had a strong season, especially in conference play with an 8-1 record. Their last postseason game was a loss to the Florida Gators in the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl.

On the other side, Ole Miss holds an impressive 11-1 record and is ranked 6th in both the AP and Coaches polls. They have been unbeatable at home this season with an 8-0 record. In their last postseason outing, they dominated the Duke Blue Devils in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. This game at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium will be a test for both teams as they aim to advance further in the playoffs.

Ole Miss Rebels: Home Team Strengths

The Ole Miss Rebels hold strong rankings in both the AP and Coaches Poll at number 6. They play in the Southeastern Conference and call Vaught-Hemingway Stadium their home. This season, the Rebels boast an impressive 11-1 record, with an undefeated 8-0 record at home.

The Rebels’ quarterback, Trinidad Chambliss, played in 12 games, leading the team with 3016 passing yards and 18 touchdowns. Running back Kewan Lacy has rushed for 1279 yards and scored 20 touchdowns. Receiver Harrison Wallace III has made 46 receptions for 719 yards and 3 touchdowns.

This season, the Rebels scored 447 points, ranking them 13th in points scored. Their passing game ranks 4th with 3715 yards, while rushing ranks 34th with 2296 yards. The defense has allowed 241 points, with 25 sacks and 7 interceptions, showing strong overall performance on both sides of the ball.

Tulane Green Wave: Road Warriors

The Tulane Green Wave ranks at number 17 in the AP Poll and number 18 in the Coaches Poll. They are part of the American Conference and have an 11-2 record this season. On the road, they have gone 4-2, showcasing their ability to handle away challenges.

Quarterback Jake Retzlaff played in 13 games, throwing for 2862 yards and 14 touchdowns. Running back Javin Gordon rushed for 505 yards and scored 5 touchdowns in 13 games. Receiver Shazz Preston led the receiving corps with 38 receptions for 598 yards and 4 touchdowns.

This season, Tulane scored 378 points, putting them at 35th in points scored. Their passing game ranks 38th with 3126 yards, while rushing stands at 42nd with 2226 yards. On defense, they allowed 294 points, with 34 sacks and 15 interceptions, highlighting their defensive strength.

Final Betting Pick

Ole Miss is a strong pick for the money line at -924. They have an 8-0 home record this season, showing they play well at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Their high ranking in both the AP and Coaches Polls adds confidence to this choice.

The over 56.5 prediction is based on both teams’ scoring abilities. Ole Miss ranks 13th in points scored this season, while Tulane has shown they can score too. The high-powered offense of Ole Miss and the total set at 56.5 make the over a reasonable bet.

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