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Sep 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; UCF Knights quarterback Alonza Barnett III (14) passes against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Biggest Overreactions UCF Football Fans Should Avoid Right Now

Bryson Turner

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Sep 16, 2026

Sep 12, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars wide receiver Kyler Kasper (3) reaches to score a touchdown against Arizona Wildcats cornerback Jay'vion Cole (8) during the second half at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

2026 Big 12 Football Power Rankings Ahead of Week 3

Tucker Harlin

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Sep 15, 2026

Sep 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; UCF Knights quarterback Alonza Barnett III (14) passes against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Pros and Cons of Each Alonza Barnett III Backup

Bryson Turner

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Sep 14, 2026

Oklahoma State's Caleb Hawkins (24) rushed in the first half of the college football game between the Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Oregon Ducks at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Sept., 12, 2026.

Here's How The UCF Knights' 2026 Opponents Did in Week 2

Bryson Turner

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Sep 13, 2026

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Sep 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Cataurus Hicks (3) returns a punt against UCF Knights linebacker Tackett Curtis (24) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

B.T.'s Breakdown: Too Little Too Late For UCF Knights in Pittsburgh

Bryson Turner

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Sep 12, 2026

Sep 3, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Central Florida quarterback Alonza Barnett III (14) warms up before a game against Bethune-Cookman at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

How To Watch UCF's Road Opener Against Pittsburgh

Bryson Turner

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Sep 12, 2026

Texas quarterback Arch Manning engineered three consecutive touchdown drives to overcome a 23–3 lead against Ohio State.

College Football Week 2 Takeaways: Arch Manning Erases Ohio State Nightmares With 20-Point Fourth-Quarter Comeback

SI Staff

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Sep 13, 2026

Texas quarterback Arch Manning struggled in his 2025 season opener at Ohio State. He’ll get a second chance at the Buckeyes in Austin on Saturday.

College Football Week 2 Watchability Guide: Conference Crossover Games Galore

Zach Koons

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Sep 11, 2026

Nov 10, 2018; Orlando, FL, USA; UCF Knights quarterback McKenzie Milton (10) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Navy Midshipmen at Spectrum Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Milton, Kruczek Headline 2026 UCF Athletics Hall of Fame Class

Bryson Turner

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Sep 10, 2026

Sep 3, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) looks to throw on the run against the Idaho Vandals during the first quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

2026 Big 12 Quarterback Power Rankings Ahead of Week 2

Tucker Harlin

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Sep 10, 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey (12) runs with the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

A UCF Fan's Guide to the 2026 NFL Season

Bryson Turner

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Sep 9, 2026

Sep 3, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Colorado Buffaloes tight end Charlie Williams (87) reacts with wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr. (3) after scoring a touchdown against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

2026 Big 12 Football Power Rankings Ahead of Week 2

Tucker Harlin

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Sep 8, 2026

Sep 5, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Demetrice McCray (87) runs after a catch against the Miami (OH) RedHawks during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Here's How The UCF Knights' 2026 Opponents Did in Week 1 (and Zero)

Bryson Turner

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Sep 7, 2026

Sep 3, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Central Florida running back Kaj Baker (20) runs for a gain past Bethune-Cookman safety Cameron Anderson (19) during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Three Things We Learned From UCF's Season-Opening Blowout of Bethune-Cookman

Bryson Turner

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Sep 4, 2026

Before becoming a Pro Football Hall of Famer and, now, an FBS coach, Deion Sanders was a superstar at Florida State.

College Football: Ranking the Top 25 Playing Careers of Current FBS Coaches

Dan Lyons, Patrick Andres, Tim Capurso

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Sep 4, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Utes quarterback Devon Dampier (4) throws the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the first half during the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

2026 Big 12 Quarterback Power Rankings Ahead of Week 1

Tucker Harlin

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Sep 3, 2026

Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights mascot Knightro performs before the game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

How To Watch UCF's 2026 Season Opener Against Bethune-Cookman

Bryson Turner

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Sep 3, 2026

Nov 7, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights tight end Dylan Wade (0) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Cougars at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Meet The 2026 UCF Knights: Countdown To Kickoff - No. 0 Dylan Wade and Horace Lockett

Bryson Turner

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Sep 3, 2026

Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights defensive back Jayden Bellamy (29) intercepts a pass during the second half against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Meet The 2026 UCF Knights: Countdown To Kickoff - No. 1 Jayden Bellamy

Bryson Turner

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Sep 2, 2026

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