{
  "id": 15109062,
  "title": "TJ Smith has pick-6 as Tulane forces 6 turnovers in 31-17 victory over Memphis",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/tj-smith-has-pick-6-as-tulane-forces-6-turnovers-in-31-17-victory-15109062",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T03:28:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/uncategorized/2026/10/16/tj-smith-has-pick-6-as-tulane-forces-6-turnovers-in-31-17-victory-over-memphis"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Orleans, AP reports that Tulane secured a 31-17 win over Memphis, with TJ Smith recording a pick-6 on the final play of the first half. Freshman quarterback Trace Johnson threw for 165 yards and two touchdowns, while Johnnie Daniels ran for a 48-yard score on a fourth-and-1. Memphis took the lead early when Philippe Laforge kicked a 44-yard field goal, followed by a 38-yard touchdown pass from Johnson to Destyn Hill. Tulane answered with a 76-yard touchdown return by Smith, extending their lead to 23-10 at halftime. Johnnie Daniels added another touchdown run, and Tulane closed out the game with a 6-yard score from Stokes. Memphis' Kevin Adams III completed a pick off to seal the victory.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Tulane defeats Memphis 31-17",
    "TJ Smith records pick-6 on final play of first half",
    "Freshman QB Trace Johnson throws 165 yards, 2 TDs"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Tulane's ability to force six turnovers demonstrates how defensive dominance can effectively neutralize an opponent's offensive production and secure a decisive victory on the field.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "TJ Smith has pick-6 as Tulane forces 6 turnovers in 31-17 victory over Memphis",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/tj-smith-has-pick-6-as-tulane-forces-6-turnovers-in-31-17-victory",
        "published": "2026-10-17T03:24:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}