Makhi Hughes ran for 140 yards and a touchdown, and Tulane forced four turnovers and beat Rice 24-10 to remain undefeated in the American Athletic Conference.

Dean Connors is the type of player football coaches appreciate, and opponents take notice. The speedy running back with deft hands, came out of the Rice backfield last week and was on the receiving end of a 69-yard scoring pass from E.

But a decisive showing in the turnover battle propelled Tulane to a 24-10 victory. The Green Wave registered five takeaways while refraining from coughing up the ball once, allowi