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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Makhi Hughes ran for 119 yards with two scores, Tulane added touchdowns on a kick return and an interception return, and the Green Wave swamped UAB 71-20. Rayshawn Pleasant scored on a 100-yard kickoff return and a ricochet interception by defensive lineman Elijah Champaigne set up another score, both in the first quarter. Chris Rodgers added a 29-yard pick-6 in the third quarter for the Green Wave. Hughes scored on a 51-yard jaunt in the second quarter, helping Tulane to a 37-6 halftime lead. Rodgers' touchdown made it 57-6 heading to the fourth.
