Official College Football Playoff rankings release

No. 24 Army Wins First Conference Title, Beats Tulane 35-14 for AAC Championship

Dec 7, 2024, 04:13 AM

Army, ranked No. 24, defeated defending champion Tulane 35-14 to win the American Athletic Conference (AAC) championship in their first year in the league. The game took place at Michie Stadium in West Point, New York, marking the first conference championship in Army's 134-year football history. With this victory, Army improved to an 11-1 record heading into their annual matchup against Navy. Quarterback Bryson Daily led the team with four rushing touchdowns, while the Black Knights amassed 338 rushing yards and attempted only two passes. Head coach Jeff Monken earned a $50,000 bonus for the win, bringing his total bonuses to $350,000, with a potential for more if the team remains in the final College Football Playoff rankings. Army dominated the AAC this season, going undefeated in conference play and only trailing in the second half of one league game.