Week 11
Final
1996 Conference USA
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Cincinnati | 6 | 5 | .545 |
 Houston | 7 | 5 | .583 |
 Louisville | 5 | 6 | .455 |
 Memphis | 4 | 7 | .364 |
 Southern Miss | 8 | 3 | .727 |
 Tulane | 2 | 9 | .182 |
Game Summary
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles emerged victorious over the Cincinnati Bearcats, 21 to 17, on November 2, 1996.