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The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Kansas Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Overall Offense: This group was hot … then cold … then hot again when they needed to be. When you orchestrate a game-winning drive that requires a TD and you're successful, that's a huge sign of leadership, maturity and discipline from an offense. It would have been nice if they could have scored to kill Kansas's momentum, but they did what they had to in order to win the game in the end. Stellar job.
Kansas HC Lance Leipold's UCF Postgame Transcript
How do you deal with a loss like this? All losses hurt. This one stings a lot. The emotions that go back and forth in a game like this … it wasn't a very pretty first half, we battled, we find a way to take the lead, we play really well and took control of momentum in the game. And then we don't get a stop when we need to, unfortunately. Credit to them. It's tough.
UCF Men's Basketball: Who Will Step Up to Help Dior Johnson on Offense?
Dior Johnson appears poised to lead UCF men's basketball in scoring during the 2026-27 season, but the Knights will need additional offensive production to compete in the Big 12. After watching UCF's exhibition games, listening to head coach Johnny Dawkins discuss his team and now having one regular-season game to evaluate, I've reached one pretty clear conclusion: Dior Johnson is going to be the Knights' leading scorer in 2026-27. For anyone who follows the team, this isn't exactly breaking news.
Why UCF Should Not Lack Motivation Against Kansas
Kansas linebacker Trey Lathan believes UCF will enter this weekend's matchup with a chip on its shoulder after the Knights' heartbreaking 27-20 loss to the Jayhawks last season. If last weekend's clunker against Baylor isn't enough to fire up the UCF Knights for their game this weekend against Kansas, they need only remember last year's result against the Jayhawks at the Bounce House last October 4.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Baylor Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Nothing. Absolutely nothing. They couldn't run the ball (66 yards on 30 carries). They couldn't protect the QB (gave up seven sacks and heaven knows how many pressures/hits on the QB). They couldn't score. NINE points. They couldn't even get a late garbage TD. Wrong The offense, in general: Can these kids not adjust the gameplan as the game goes on? Asking for a friend.
Baylor HC Joe Kanderman's UCF Postgame Transcript
Opening Statement I'm speechless. Man, I'm grateful for the opportunity that Doug and Jovan have given me. I'm grateful that I'm a Baylor Bear … grateful that these guys have such maturity and love for each other that they could come out and do what they did tonight. I'm so excited for them. People don't need to be congratulating me. I'm not the one that did anything. They're the ones that did it, and I'm so … I'm speechless. I knew they were galvanized.
From a 35-7 Lead to Heartbreak: UCF Fans Still Remember the Baylor Collapse
UCF fans have reason to celebrate this week, but as the Knights prepare to face Baylor in their next game, there's one memory from the Bears that Orlando fans would give almost anything to forget. Three seasons ago, UCF appeared to have Baylor beaten, building a seemingly insurmountable 28-point lead before suffering what remains the most painful in-game collapse in program history.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: BYU Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Overall: This group won the game. I can't believe it. What an accomplishment! UCF fans, mark this day. It's a first in program history. The offense did something that no other team has been able to do against BYU: they caused doubt for the Cougars. UCF punched back and stayed with BYU drive after drive. This caused a shift in BYU's confidence. They started playing not to lose, rather than playing to win. Quarterback: Keyone Jenkins is the MVP of this team.
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BYU Coach Kalani Sitake's UCF Postgame Transcript
Opening Statement Well, congratulations to UCF. Scott Frost did a great job getting his team ready. You know, they're dangerous watching them and seeing what they can do. Things are starting to click for them. They've been, you know, kind of delayed because some of the injuries that they experienced, and they used the bye week really, really well, and, just have to give a lot of credit to them.
Who Made the Cut? UCF Hoops Players Reveal Their Personal Mount Rushmores
UCF basketball players share their all-time basketball Mount Rushmores, revealing their favorite NBA legends, from Michael Jordan and LeBron James to Kobe Bryant, Steph Curry … and even a few unexpected picks. It's easy to think of elite college basketball players as athletes who have spent their lives trying to become the next big thing.
UCF Football Season Halftime Report: Five Areas the Knights Must Address
There is still plenty of football left to play, and UCF has opportunities to learn, adjust and find its way forward. But as the Knights continue working to establish consistency under Scott Frost, several recurring issues have become increasingly difficult to overcome. From a growing list of injuries to offensive limitations, an inconsistent pass rush and disappointing second-half performances, the challenges are beginning to pile up.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Oklahoma State Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Overall: They proved that they can move the ball on the road against a ranked team in a hostile environment. For three quarters, they kept the crowd out of the game for the most part. It was impressive that, for the first time this season, the offense kept the Knights in the game instead of the defense.
Oklahoma State Coach Eric Morris’s UCF Postgame Transcript
On the big defensive play by Evan Jackson and Christian Bodnar that turned things in the Cowboys' favor: Yeah, I mean, I thought we needed … we challenged those guys at halftime. I thought we weren't very good on the perimeter setting edges of our defense early. I thought, you know, they hurt us with a lot of perimeter runs, quick passes. Quarterback (Keyone Jenkins) did a nice job getting it out into space and making us tackle, right? And so, a weird flow for just kind of the whole entire game.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Houston Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Overall: They came out with an impressive opening drive and punched the #20 team in the mouth. The defense made several stops inside the opponent's five-yard line, so I understand it was tough for this group to get any drives going in the first half. They then came out with another long TD drive to start the third quarter. The offense has so many talented weapons, but we only ever see this in flashes.
Houston Coach Willie Fritz's UCF Postgame Transcript
Opening Statement: All right, thank you everybody coming in. Appreciate it. Cougs won. I'm very proud of our guys. We did not play very good in the first half, but we played really well in the second half. I went in there and I started going through mistakes that we made in the first half, and I said there's only one bright spot. We got another 30 minutes to play. Kids came out and didn't start off great. You know, we were hoping to get a score, stop and a score and get ready for the ball game.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: TCU Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Quarterback: We saw an improved Keyone Jenkins from the GA State game. He was more comfortable in the pocket, and he was much better with his decision making. I felt like he managed the game very well and can also make plays with his legs. He finished 19/20 for 160 yards, 1 TD and no interceptions. Running backs: Duke Watson was somewhat contained for the evening, but he still made yardage after contact.
TCU HC Sonny Dykes' UCF Postgame Transcript
On his team managing just 13 points: Yeah, not good. First of all, I just want to give Central Florida credit. I thought they played well. The guys played hard. I thought they did a good job of – particularly in the second half – taking care of the ball and putting us in some hard situations. Offensively, it was just a ton of errors. I mean, if you look at the statistics, we had five more minutes time of possession. We ran 14 more plays. We had almost 100 more yards.
Ty Bartrum and Jaden Craig: From Harvard Best Friends to Big 12 “Frenemies”
Former Harvard teammates and roommates Ty Bartrum and Jaden Craig will face off when UCF hosts TCU, in Saturday’s Big 12 Conference opener for the Knights. For Ty Bartrum and Jaden Craig, Saturday's game between UCF and TCU is going to be more than your typical Big 12 Conference football game. That's because Bartrum and Craig have been teammates. They've been roommates. They're still best friends. But this weekend, they'll try their best to beat each other.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Georgia State Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Running Game: Gaining 304 yards rushing is always going to be an impressive feat. Duke Watson continues to be the workhorse of this offense. They responded to Georgia State's rally in the second quarter and found a way to score enough to win the game. Watson was very impressive, given the lack of blocking in front of him. It will be exciting to see what he continues to do this year and hopefully he decides to stay and comes back next year.
Georgia State HC Dell McGee’s UCF Postgame Transcript
Opening Statement There were a lot of mistakes made … coaches and players included. We've got to do a better job as coaches. Situational football wasn't its best tonight. And that goes on me. We have to go back to the drawing board. We can't let this one moment snowball into another bad performance. So we'll look at the tape, make the necessary corrections, and move on. I'm very proud of our team for fighting and not giving up … and believing they had a chance to win that entire game.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Pittsburgh Postgame Reaction
Paul Carrington, who starred at defensive end for UCF before coaching there and playing in the NFL with the Falcons and Broncos, shares his perspective in the aftermath of the Knights' 12-7 loss at Pittsburgh. (1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right The receiving corps: I was encouraged to see some plays made from the younger group of Charles and Farmer. They did well catching the ball in space and made some plays after the catch. I would've liked to have seen Dylan Wade more involved.
The Five Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Bethune-Cookman Postgame Reaction
(1) What went right/wrong on offense? Right Running backs: A solid run game was established early and the Knights never looked back. 360 yards rushing is impressive, even against an FCS team. Duke Watson is a beast. He forces you to tackle him. He had an impressive long run on his first touch, and the rest of the game he was a workhorse. Landen Chambers and Taevion Swint provide high=quality depth, allowing Frost to mix up his offense using their different running and catching styles.
Bethune-Cookman HC Raymond Woodie's UCF Postgame Transcript
What do you take away from this game as you look ahead to next week? It's a team loss. I mean, obviously, we've got to improve on all aspects of the game, offense, defense, and special teams, just being intentional on the technique and fundamentals. We gotta go to work tomorrow. What did you see from UCF's running game that made it so challenging to play against?
Paul Carrington: Paying the Price to Play – and Coach – College Football
Below is a guest opinion piece from former UCF and NFL defensive lineman Paul Carrington. Knights247's John Weis and Joe Londergan made edits where appropriate. This may come as a surprise to many, but if you asked a college or professional football player their favorite month of the year, I seriously doubt any of them would tell you it's August.
Big 12 Season Preview: Utah Utes
Coach: Morgan Scalley (1st Year) 2025 Record: 11-2 (7-2 Big 12) Key Stats from 2025 Outscored opponents 537-246 last year. Averaged 6.0 yards per rush last season. The team only had to punt 38 times in 14 games. One alarming stat: Finished second-to-last in the conference in run defense last season. Offense New OC is Kevin McGiven from Utah State. Devon Dampier (2,490-24-5), a Senior, returns at QB and should be among the best in the conference at his position.
Big 12 Season Preview: Cincinnati Bearcats
Coach: Scott Satterfield (4th Season) 2025 Record: 7-6 Key Stats from 2025 Team gave up only eight sacks last season. They were DEAD LAST in the country at time of possession, possessing the ball only 24 minutes per game. A testament to their big-play offense: When they averaged 8.5 yards or more per completion, they were 6-0. Big loss, of course, is Sorsby, the QB, though with the recent news it's just as well for them. Big-play offense hurt the defense.
Barefoot Walks, Multiple Showers and Parental Pep Talks: Big 12 Standout Players Share Unique Pregame Rituals
No matter what level of athletics, many players have pregame superstitions, or rituals they perform before taking the field. Michael Jordan famously wore his North Carolina practice shorts underneath his Chicago Bulls uniform. Wade Boggs religiously ate chicken before every game, earning the nickname "Chicken Man." Former Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle John Henderson had a trainer slap him across the face with full force prior to the opening kickoff.
Big 12 Football Media Days: Day 1 Coaches Roundtable Transcript
On the first day of the 2026 edition of Big 12 Football Media Days, the head football coaches of UCF, Arizona State, Baylor, BYU, Colorado, Houston, Oklahoma State, and Texas Tech took part in a roundtable discussion on the current state of the conference, the conference's growth in international markets, and the overall state of college football in 2026. Here's the full transcript of that conversation, which was moderated by ESPN's Kevin Connors. MORE: Is This UCF's Year?
Paul Carrington: The Importance of Special Teams Can’t be Overstated
The following is an article from regular contributor Paul Carrington, a former UCF standout player who has also been a coach at his Alma Mater. Edited by John Weis. Anyone who witnessed Noe Ruelas bang his 34-yard field goal through the uprights in the final seconds of UCF's game against Oklahoma State immediately understood the importance of special teams.
Paul Carrington: There’s No Off-Season for College Football Players
The following is an article from regular contributor Paul Carrington, a former UCF standout player who has also been a coach at his Alma Mater. Edited by John Weis. Ever wonder what happens from the time when Spring practice is over until Fall practice ramps up? I'll tell you this much right away: college football players don't simply power down until then! Those of you who are part of Knight Nation and live close to campus, I invite you to take a drive through the UCF loop. It's calm. It's quiet.
Why UCF (and its Fans) Should Pay Attention to the Rays-to-Orlando Saga
The permanent home of the Tampa Bay Rays has been in question for quite some time. And now, with new team ownership and a lease at Tropicana Field expiring at the end of the 2028 Major League Baseball season, this issue is coming to a head. Should the Rays not be able to come to terms with Tampa-area officials on a new stadium deal, Orlando stands ready to pounce. Even mega-attorney John Morgan is doing his best to bring positive attention to The City Beautiful.
Scott Frost Says His 2026 Team is Improved. The Data Agrees.
At this time one year ago, the UCF Knights were trying to rebuild almost everything at once. The program welcomed a new head coach, nearly an entirely new assistant coaching staff, and one of the most overhauled rosters in college football. According to UCF Sports, 93 of the team's 112 players were new to the program entering the 2025 season.
Rising Knights: UCF Players Building NFL Draft Buzz for 2027
Now that the 2026 NFL Draft has reached its conclusion, it's time to look ahead for a projection of UCF Knights players who have shown enough promise to warrant consideration for being drafted in 2027. Listed in alphabetical order, here are eight players who have the potential to hear their name called in next year's draft. MORE: What They're Saying: Reactions To Malachi Lawrence's Selection By Dallas Cowboys Bellamy proved to be a key playmaker in the secondary.
Paul Carrington: Despite Frost’s Downplay, Barnett’s Missed Time Matters for UCF
The following is an article from regular contributor Paul Carrington, a former UCF standout player who has also been a coach at his Alma Mater. Edited by John Weis. "He's getting a lot closer and we're kind of being really cautious with him to make sure that he's 100% ready to go before we put him out there. I'm not concerned.
Johnny Dawkins Has Changed the Narrative at UCF - Now the Knights Must Decide His Future
About 10 months ago, the outlook for UCF men's basketball was less than stellar. The Knights closed the 2024 regular season at 16–15, including a 7–13 finish in the Big 12. Then, after edging Utah in the opening round of the conference tournament, UCF pushed Kansas to overtime before falling short. Soon after, leading scorer Keyshawn Hall opted out of postseason play and entered the transfer portal, leaving the Knights shorthanded for the inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament.
Paul Carrington: College Football’s New Reality - A Minor League NFL Without the Guardrails
Below is a guest opinion piece from former UCF and NFL defensive lineman Paul Carrington. Knights247's John Weis and Joe Londergan made edits where appropriate. Recently on ESPN's College GameDay, Nick Saban indicated that because of today's new college football landscape, the game should be run more like the NFL — incorporating concepts such as a salary cap and unified rules across the board. In his opinion, these changes would help restore a true team atmosphere and curb rampant player movement.
Big 12 2026 Football Schedule Reveal: What UCF Fans Need To Know
There's something uniquely exciting about seeing your favorite team's football schedule for the first time each year. Even before a single kickoff, the calendar suddenly fills with meaning — road trips to dream about, home games to circle in bold, and weekends that instantly become untouchable. UCF fans — and supporters of every Big 12 program — are just one day away from finally filling in the missing pieces of their 2026 college football seasons. They already know who they're playing and where.
Should UCF Roll with Their Three Current QBs or Find Another One?
The quarterback room at UCF has undergone another shift. With the recent departure of Davi Belfort to the transfer portal, the Knights are now down to three scholarship quarterbacks: portal acquisition and presumed QB1 Alonza Barnett III, along with true freshmen Rocco Marriott and Dante Carr.
Paul Carrington: G6 Starter or P4 Backup: Which Portal Players are Better for UCF?
The transfer portal has fundamentally reshaped college football roster building, and for programs like UCF, the margin for error has never been smaller. This puts enormous pressure on talent evaluation. Need an example? Take a look at Iowa State's current situation: HC Matt Campbell leaves for Penn State, and over 50 players (including 16 starters) subsequently entered the transfer portal. And that doesn't even include other players that either graduated or otherwise ran out of eligibility.
UCF Isn’t Alone in Big XII Transfer Portal Exodus
The NCAA transfer portal has reshaped the landscape of college football recruiting — and much like everyone else, the teams from the Big 12 are feeling the effects. While UCF fans are concerned about the large number of departures from their team, an examination of the portal activity this cycle reveals that the Knights are far from the only Big 12 program experiencing significant roster turnover.
Depth, Balance, and Belief: Why This UCF Basketball Team Might Be Different
When an opposing coach sums up your season better than most fans could, it's worth paying attention. After Florida Atlantic fell 85–80 to UCF on December 23 at the State Farm Field House on Disney's Wide World of Sports property, FAU head coach John Jakus didn't offer empty platitudes. Instead, he delivered a clear, honest assessment of a Knights team that has steadily impressed throughout the non-conference slate.
Paul Carrington: Why Some Recruits Become Stars While Others are “JAG” or “NGE”
Below is a guest opinion piece from former UCF and NFL defensive lineman Paul Carrington. Knights247's John Weis and Joe Londergan made edits where appropriate. Why do some highly touted high school football recruits thrive in college, while others, often with similar or even greater physical tools, fade into the background? Players in the latter category eventually get labeled as "Just a Guy" (JAG) … or even worse, "Not Good Enough" – or simply "NGE" as George O'Leary used to say.
The Five Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Texas Tech Postgame Reaction
The Five Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Texas Tech Postgame Reaction Former Knight player and assistant coach Paul Carrington shares his perspective on the Knights’ 48-9 loss at Texas Tech. Former NFL player, UCF star and assistant coach Paul Carrington shares his expert viewpoints regarding UCF's 48-9 loss to Texas Tech over the weekend.
The Five Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Cincinnati Postgame Reaction
Former Knight player and assistant coach Paul Carrington shares his perspective on the Knights’ 20-11 Saturday afternoon loss at Cincinnati. Former NFL player, UCF star and assistant coach Paul Carrington, shares his expert viewpoints regarding UCF's 20-11 loss at Cincinnati over the weekend. (1) What went right/wrong on offense?
What Cincinnati Coach Scott Satterfield Said About UCF Following His Team’s 20-11 Win
The Cincinnati Bearcats took down UCF by a final score of 20-11 on Saturday. Bearcats head coach Scott Satterfield spoke to the media briefly after the game about what the Knights did correctly to limit his offense, where he found weaknesses in UCF's plan of attack, and his continued mourning of the late Shawn Clark. Here's what he had to say: MORE: UCF Falls To Cincinnati 20-11 as Knights Drop Third Straight Opening Statement "Disappointed about the way we came out. We had a couple drops early.
Former IU Teammates Sorsby and Jackson to Put Close Friendship Aside on Saturday
Once teammates and competitors for the starting quarterback job at Indiana, good friends Brendan Sorsby and Tayven Jackson could face off against one another this weekend. Not so long ago, UCF's Tayven Jackson and Cincinnati's Brendan Sorsby were on opposite sides of a heated quarterback battle. Despite that competition and a change of scenery for both signal callers, the duo remains close friends today.
The Five Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Kansas Postgame Reaction
UCF standout and coach Paul Carrington offers an unfiltered breakdown of the Knights’ performance. With the perspective of someone who’s battled on the field and led from the sideline, Carrington offers his take after UCF’s 27-20 loss to Kansas at the Bounce House on Saturday night. VIP Paul Carrington, a former UCF star and NFL defensive end, spent three seasons on the Knights' sideline as an assistant coach under George O'Leary.
What Lance Leipold Said About UCF Following His Team’s 27-20 Win
Kansas Coach Lance Leipold spoke to the media after the Jayhawks' win against UCF regarding the team and his opponent. On getting the win "We found a way. We found a way. It wasn't the cleanest … things like that early, but I'm really proud of their perseverance in the second half. Being down 14-zero, then coming back to outscore them 27-6, I think, says a lot about the resiliency of this team. We found a way to make some stops.
The Five-Point Stance with Paul Carrington: Kansas State Postgame Reaction
Paul Carrington, who starred at defensive end for UCF before coaching there and playing in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, shares his perspective on the Knights’ 34-20 setback to Kansas State. VIP As he is every week on for Knights247, former UCF star and assistant coach Paul Carrington provides his expert commentary and analysis on UCF's 34-20 road loss to Kansas State on Saturday afternoon. (1) What went right/wrong on offense?
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