The American Conference championship game between No. 20 North Texas and No. 21 Tulane showcases how recent changes in college football have led to some awkward situations.

Tulane took down North Texas in the American championship on Dec. 5 to likely advance to the College Football Playoff.

North Texas and Tulane will compete in the American Championship with a spot in the College Football Playoff on the line.

Tonight, New Orleans’ own Tulane Green Wave battle the North Texas Mean Green for the AAC Championship in New Orleans. North Texas enters ranked 24th in the nation with a record of 11-1, while Tulane enters ranked 20th in the nation with a record of 10-2.

What channel is the American championship on today? How to watch Tulane vs North Texas, including time, TV schedule, streaming info and game odds:

Tulane football took control in the 2nd quarter of the American Championship game and never looked back in their 34-21 victory over North Texas in Yulman Stadiu

Win and get into the College Football Playoff - and take the American Championship, too. Here's the CFN North Texas vs Tulane prediction, preview, and betting lines.

Outgoing Tulane coach Jon Sumrall will remain committed to two college football programs for at least a couple weeks longer — and couldn’t be happier about it.