Tulane hired Jon Sumrall earlier in December after he led the Trojans to back-to-back Sun Belt titles and double-digit win seasons in just two years at the helm. Troy and Duke meet for the first time since 2014, and both sides are operating with interim coaches. ACC bowl matchup in history, and the matchup takes place less than 150 miles north of Troy’s campus within the state of Alabama.
Only two syllables and eight letters are needed to spell out this year’s Birmingham Bowl participants of Troy and Duke.
Last meeting: Duke 34, Troy 17 - September 6, 2014.Location: Protective Stadium - Birmingham, AL.Time and date: Saturday, December 23 at 12:00 p.m.
