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As the Early Signing Period approaches next week, #UCF has secured another potential addition to its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of 3-star tight end Brooks Hall.

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UCF lands 2026 commitment from 3-star tight end Brooks Hall

Hall initially committed to South Dakota before deciding to join UCF on Tuesday. He joins teammate quarterback Rocco Marriott, who committed on Saturday.

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November 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM

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When #UCF travels to BYU on Saturday, the Knights are likely to face cold temps and possibly snow.

“It’s supposed to be a high of 40. That’s not cold. I played in Green Bay one year and I don’t think I saw 20 [degrees] for six weeks," said HC Scott Frost.

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UCF Q&A: How do Knights plan to handle cold weather, snow at BYU?

Coach Scott Frost said the Knights aren’t worried about the weather or the earlier start. He also spoke about Year 1 and early signing period next week.

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November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM

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About this time last year, #UCF was preparing for a meaningless game against Utah.

A lot has changed in a year.

This time around, the Knights have something to play for with bowl eligibility on the line when they travel to No. 11 BYU this weekend.

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UCF in must-win situation at No. 11 BYU with postseason hopes on the line

Despite an up-and-down first season under coach Scott Frost, the Knights find themselves with something to play for this weekend.

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November 24, 2025 at 8:17 PM

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5 things learned from #UCF's 2nd-half win over Oklahoma State.

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5 things learned from UCF’s 2nd-half win over Oklahoma State

The Knights continue to struggle with penalties yet still have one more win than last season. A win over BYU could make them bowl-eligible.

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November 24, 2025 at 2:05 AM

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RECAP: #UCF needs second-half heroics to push past Oklahoma State in home finale.

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UCF needs second-half heroics to push past Oklahoma State in home finale

The Knights fell behind 14-0 in the first half before scoring 17 unanswered points to pull off the win.

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November 23, 2025 at 12:32 AM

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When #UCF tackle Paul Rubelt takes the field on Saturday for Senior Day, he'll reunite with his family, many of whom have made the trip from his home in Germany.

I caught up with Paul and his father, Andreas, to discuss his journey as a Knight.

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UCF offensive tackle Paul Rubelt set to wind down college career with Senior Day

The Knights offensive tackle has spent the past five seasons with the program, going from scout-team player to starting lineman during that time.

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November 20, 2025 at 12:37 PM

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I caught up with Eric Bailey of the Tulsa World to get an insider look at Oklahoma State leading into Saturday's #UCF game.

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Scouting the opponent: Five questions about Oklahoma State ahead of UCF matchup

A scouting report on the Cowboys ahead of the Knights’ home finale on Saturday.

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November 19, 2025 at 2:17 PM

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Jamichael Stillwell's first double-double of the season propels #UCF past a pesky Oakland.

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Jamichael Stillwell’s big night propels UCF past Oakland

The junior forward had 20 points and 13 rebounds to help the Knights slip past the pesky Golden Grizzlies.

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November 18, 2025 at 3:27 PM

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#UCF Q&A: What are Knights' plans with slew of injuries at QB and RB?

That and more in my weekly burning questions.

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UCF Q&A: What are Knights’ plans with slew of injuries at QB and RB?

The Knights are down to two scholarship quarterbacks in Tayven Jackson and Davi Belfort for the final two games.

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November 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM

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There are 2 games left in the regular season, and although several of UCF’s season goals may be off the table, that doesn’t mean the Knights are any closer to throwing in the towel.

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UCF coach Scott Frost sees Oklahoma State as a big game for Knights

Saturday’s showdown with the Cowboys is huge because it’s the home finale for the Knights and its also Senior Day for almost two dozen players on the roster.

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November 17, 2025 at 10:28 PM

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5 things learned from #UCF's blowout loss at No. 6 Texas Tech.

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5 things learned from UCF’s blowout loss at No. 6 Texas Tech

The Knights were shorthanded at several spots and it caught up with them against a more talented team in the Red Raiders.

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November 16, 2025 at 12:20 PM

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RECAP: #UCF dominated by No. 6 Texas Tech, suffers eighth straight road loss.

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UCF dominated by No. 6 Texas Tech, suffers eighth straight road loss

The Knights surrendered 38 points in the first half and struggled to contain the Big 12’s best team, suffering their eighth straight road loss.

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November 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM

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A pretty good crowd at Jones AT&T Stadium for today’s #UCF game.

November 15, 2025 at 8:37 PM

osmattmurschel

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#UCF GameDay breakfast in Lubbock courtesy of Taqueria Autlan.

November 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM

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Arrived in Lubbock and my first stop is Evie Mae’s Pit BBQ.

November 14, 2025 at 11:01 PM

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Arrived in Lubbock and my first stop is Evie Mae’s Pit BBQ.

November 14, 2025 at 7:12 PM

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PREVIEW: #UCF's Phillip Dunnam, fresh off a 3-interception performance, hopes to carry that momentum into this weekend's matchup with Texas Tech.

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UCF’s Dunnam, coming off 3-interception game, eyes repeat performance at Texas Tech

The safety had a program-best three interceptions in the Knights’ 30-27 loss to Houston last week, but hopes to carry that confidence with him to Texas Tech.

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November 13, 2025 at 8:36 PM

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#UCF vs Texas Tech preview box with kickoff time, TV, betting odds, weather and key things to watch.

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Game time: Fast facts, odds, keys to UCF Knights vs. Texas Tech

The Knights travel to Texas Tech, hoping to avoid an eighth straight road loss.

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November 13, 2025 at 8:32 PM

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I caught up with @nathangiese.bsky.social of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal to get an insider look at Texas Tech leading into Saturday's #UCF game.

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Scouting the opponent: Five questions about Texas Tech ahead of UCF matchup

The Knights travel to Lubbock this Saturday for a crucial showdown with the Red Raiders, who lead the Big 12 standings heading into the weekend.

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November 13, 2025 at 6:16 PM

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Themus Fulks and Jamichael Stillwell played together at Milwaukee last season, but the pair chose to reunite at #UCF this season, embracing a new challenge with the Knights.

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Themus Fulks, Jamichael Stillwell embracing new roles with Knights

The former Milwaukee standouts landed with the Knights in the offseason as transfers, helping with building chemistry on a team full of newcomers.

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November 12, 2025 at 7:54 PM

osmattmurschel

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#UCF saw multiple players exit Friday's loss to Houston with an injury. How healthy are the Knights heading into their road showdown on Saturday?

Also, is it Davi time?

That and more in my 5 burning questions.

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UCF Q&A: How healthy will Knights be at Texas Tech after ‘having to borrow people for practice’?

The Knights were banged up following the loss to Houston last Friday and how healthy they’ll be for Texas Tech remains a mystery.

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November 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM

osmattmurschel

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It may not be what some want to hear right now, but #UCF HC Scott Frost is preaching patience despite the recent stumbles by the Knights.

“When you go into a process like this, you can’t ever assume it’s going to be easy. Nothing worth having is ever easy."

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