Quarterback G.J. Kinne of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane throws a pass against the Tulane Green Wave at the Louisiana Superdome on Sept. 4, 2009 in New Orleans. Last year, Kinne threw for 2,732 yards and 22 touchdowns while rushing for an additional 399 yards and five scores.

Damaris Johnson of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane runs past Charles Harris of the Tulane Green Wave at the Louisiana Superdome on Sept. 4, 2009 in New Orleans. Johnson is one of the Golden Hurricane's most explosive playmakers and racked up 1,306 all-purpose yards in 2009.

Fullback Charles Clay of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane rushes upfield against the University of Central Florida Knights at Bright House Stadium on Oct. 20, 2007 in Orlando, Fla. Clay led the team with seven rushing touchdowns a year ago.

Wide receiver Trae Johnson of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane grabs a pass against the University of Central Florida Knights at Bright House Stadium on Oct. 20, 2007 in Orlando, Fla. Johnson topped the Golden Hurricane with eight touchdown grabs in 2009.

Coach Todd Graham of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane watches play against the University of Central Florida Knights at Bright House Stadium on Oct. 20, 2007 in Orlando, Fla. Since taking over at Tulsa in 2007, Graham has compiled a 26-14 record and two bowl game wins.