Tulane Defense Dominates in Spring Practice, QB Battle Remains Unsettled

Green Wave wrap up spring football with annual intrasquad scrimmage this Saturday

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:05pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a Tulane football game, with sharp, overlapping planes of color and form representing the action on the field.Tulane's spring football practice concludes with the defense continuing to shine, while the quarterback competition remains open ahead of the annual Green Wave spring game.New Orleans Today

Tulane football completed its final week of spring practice, with the defense continuing to impress while the quarterback competition between Kaden Semonza and Zeon Chriss-Gremillion remains unresolved. True freshman QB Trace Johnson also turned heads with his decision-making and ability to check down. The Green Wave will hold their annual spring game this Saturday, giving fans a chance to see the team in action ahead of the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Tulane is looking to build on a strong 2025 campaign that saw the Green Wave reach a bowl game. The continued development of the defense and the eventual resolution of the quarterback battle will be crucial as the team prepares for the upcoming season and aims to contend in the American Athletic Conference.

The details

During one-on-one drills, LSU transfer wide receiver Destyn Hill showcased his playmaking ability with a nifty cut-back run for a touchdown. Tight end Gabe Lovorn also impressed with a sharp cut that left a defender in his wake. However, the offensive line struggled to open holes for the running game during team drills. Head coach Will Hall and his staff continue to evaluate the quarterback competition, with Semonza, Chriss-Gremillion, and true freshman Trace Johnson all receiving praise for different aspects of their game.

  • The final week of spring practice for Tulane football took place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • Tulane will hold its annual spring game this Saturday, April 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Yulman Stadium.

The players

Kaden Semonza

One of the quarterbacks competing for the starting job, known for his quick decision-making.

Zeon Chriss-Gremillion

The other quarterback in the competition, who has shown elite running ability but sometimes struggles to go through his progressions.

Trace Johnson

A true freshman quarterback who has impressed with his decision-making and ability to check down to open receivers.

Destyn Hill

An LSU transfer wide receiver who made a highlight-reel cut-back run during one-on-one drills.

Gabe Lovorn

A tight end who made a sharp cut that left a defender in his wake, showcasing his athleticism.

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What’s next

Tulane will hold its annual spring game this Saturday, April 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Yulman Stadium. The format will be a glorified practice, and admission is free and open to the public.

The takeaway

Tulane's defense continues to impress in spring practice, while the quarterback competition between Kaden Semonza and Zeon Chriss-Gremillion remains unresolved. The Green Wave will have one more chance to evaluate their roster during the annual spring game, as they look to build on their successful 2025 campaign and contend in the American Athletic Conference.