Army wins AAC championship in debut season with 35-14 victory over Tulane

No. 24 Army won the American Athletic Conference championship in its first season, defeating Tulane 35-14. Bryson Daily rushed for four touchdowns, tying the championship game record, and set a new AAC record for rushing touchdowns in a season with 29. Army dominated the game with a strong rushing attack, gaining 312.5 yards per game this season. Tulane struggled with turnovers and missed opportunities, including botched field goals and a fumble, which hindered their performance. With this victory, Army secured its first conference title in 134 years. Tulane, ranked 18th, fell out of the rankings after the loss, while Army extended its stay in the AP Top 25 to nine weeks.