The Tulsa Golden Hurricane (3-5) square off against a familiar opponent when they host the Charlotte 49ers (2-6) on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium in an AAC showdown.
You’ll want to check out ESPN+ for the upcoming matchup featuring the Golden Hurricane and 49ers.
When is Tulsa vs. Charlotte and when does it start?
This contest between the Golden Hurricane and 49ers will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Expect to see the kickoff at 4:00 PM ET.
Where to watch Tulsa vs. Charlotte
The Golden Hurricane and 49ers will hit the field at Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium for this matchup on November 4, and if you want to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Tulsa vs. Charlotte Game Preview
Tulsa Stats & Insights
In their most recent game, the Golden Hurricane lost 69-10 to the SMU Mustangs.
Tulsa sports the 91st-ranked offense this year (357.3 yards per game), and have been less effective defensively, ranking 13th-worst with 444.9 yards allowed per game.
The Golden Hurricane rank 20th-worst in passing offense (176.8 passing yards per game) and fourth-worst in passing defense (301.1 passing yards per game allowed) this year.
From an offensive standpoint, Tulsa ranks 35th in the FBS with 180.5 rushing yards per game. Meanwhile, the defensive unit ranks 65th in rushing yards allowed per contest (143.8).
The Golden Hurricane own the 105th-ranked scoring offense this season (22.0 points per game), and they’ve been worse on defense, ranking eighth-worst with 35.9 points allowed per game.
Charlotte Stats & Insights
The Golden Hurricane enter the matchup after losing 69-10 to the SMU Mustangs in their last outing on October 28.
Charlotte ranks 14th-worst in total yards per game (309.9), but it has been better on the other side of the ball, ranking 47th in the FBS with 345.6 total yards surrendered per contest.
The 49ers’ passing game has been sputtering, ranking 17th-worst in the FBS with 166.1 passing yards per game. They have been more productive defensively, surrendering 200.5 passing yards per contest (31st-ranked).
Charlotte ranks 86th in the FBS with 143.8 rushing yards per contest on offense, and it ranks 69th with 145.1 rushing yards given up per contest on the defensive side of the ball.
The 49ers rank second-worst in points per game (14.8), but they’ve been more productive on the other side of the ball, ranking 59th in the FBS with 24.6 points allowed per contest.
Tulsa Key Players to Watch
Cardell Williams has 1,088 passing yards (136.0 ypg) to lead Tulsa, completing 60.3% of his passes and throwing 10 touchdown passes and seven interceptions this season. He’s also contributed on the ground with 149 rushing yards (18.6 ypg) on 50 carries with three rushing touchdowns.
Anthony Watkins has carried the ball 119 times for a team-high 446 yards (55.8 per game), with two touchdowns this year.
This season Jordan Ford has taken 67 carries for 253 yards (31.6 per game) and one touchdown.
Devan Williams’ team-high 372 receiving yards (46.5 yards per game) have come on 25 receptions with two touchdowns.
Kamdyn Benjamin has reeled in 20 passes for 288 yards (36.0 yards per game) and two touchdowns this year.
Marquis Shoulders’ 16 grabs are good enough for 283 yards (56.6 ypg) and five touchdowns.
Charlotte Key Players to Watch
Trexler Ivey has 669 passing yards (111.5 ypg) to lead Charlotte, completing 56.4% of his passes and collecting three touchdown passes and four interceptions this season.
Jalon Jones’ team-high 484 rushing yards (60.5 per game) have come on 102 carries, with four touchdowns this year.
This season Terron Kellman has piled up 275 yards (39.3 per game) on 61 attempts.
Jack Hestera’s 303 receiving yards (50.5 yards per game) lead the team. He has 26 receptions with two touchdowns.
Jairus Mack has caught 12 passes for 226 yards (32.3 yards per game) and one touchdown this year.
Colin Weber’s 22 catches this season have resulted in 212 yards (30.3 ypg).