UTSA Dominates Tulane in 42-19 Football Victory
The Roadrunners capitalized on six Tulane turnovers to secure a conference win at Yulman Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Football
Texas-San Antonio defeated Tulane 42-19 on Thursday, capitalizing on three consecutive Tulane fumbles in the first half to build an early lead. The win keeps UTSA undefeated in American Conference play.
Why it matters
The victory extends a strong run for UTSA, which now boasts a 7-1 overall record and a 4-0 mark in conference play. Conversely, the loss snaps Tulane's 10-game home winning streak.
UTSA recorded 225 total rushing yards, led by Will Henderson's 102 yards on 15 carries. Quarterback Owen McCown completed 16 of 23 passes for 173 yards, while Tulane's Trace Johnson threw for 196 yards in the first half.
The players
Texas-San Antonio
Known as the Roadrunners, the university football program competes in the American Athletic Conference.
Tulane
The Green Wave football program is based in New Orleans and plays its home games at Yulman Stadium.
Owen McCown
He serves as the starting quarterback for the UTSA football team.
Will Henderson
He is a running back who contributed over 100 rushing yards for UTSA in the recent victory.
Trace Johnson
He is an active participant in the Tulane offense who recorded significant passing yardage in the first half.
The details
UTSA secured two touchdowns following quick punts early in the third quarter to pull away from the home team. Tulane's struggles were highlighted by six total turnovers throughout the contest.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: UTSA defeated Tulane at Yulman Stadium.
November 4, 2012: Tulane previously committed six turnovers in a game against Houston.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps UTSA at the top of the American Conference standings with an unblemished 4-0 record, positioning them as a primary contender for a championship berth. The result forces Tulane to reconcile with a 3-4 overall record and a significant dent in their conference standing.
UTSA improves to a 4-0 conference record, significantly bolstering their standing in the American Conference race. The loss drops Tulane to 1-2 in conference play and marks the end of their 10-game winning streak at Yulman Stadium.
The takeaway
Turnovers remain a critical determinant of success, as evidenced by the discrepancy in momentum following Tulane's six miscues. Teams that capitalize on opponent errors effectively maintain control of the clock and the scoreboard throughout the match.
Further reading
For more on the team's season performance, visit the San Antonio Football page.
