DENTON, TEXAS — The North Texas Mean Green delivered a dominant performance against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, securing a 52-20 victory at DATCU Stadium in Denton, TX. This impressive win in the American Athletic Conference opener sets a strong tone for North Texas as they aim for a successful season.
Key Highlights:
- Chandler Morris led the North Texas offense with an outstanding 439 passing yards, completing 22 of 34 attempts. He threw five touchdown passes, each to a different receiver, without a single interception.
- Makenzie McGill II electrified the game with a 75-yard touchdown run, contributing 70 rushing yards on just five carries.
- Blair Conwright was a game-changer in the receiving corps, catching two passes for 115 yards, including a spectacular 96-yard touchdown.
- The North Texas defense held Tulsa’s quarterback Kirk Francis to just 101 passing yards, forcing two interceptions.
This performance highlights North Texas’s strong offensive and defensive balance, setting them up for a promising conference season.
