Is This UCF’s Make-or-Break Big 12 Moment? I UCF Podcast

College Football I UCF Knights I BIG 12 Football I Scott Frost I NIL I UCF Knights I Transfer Portal I McKenzie Milton I Andrew Gluchov I Mike Gittens I Tayven Jackson I Cam Fancher I Jacurri Brown I Myles Montgomery I The UCF Knights are at a crossroads after a humbling loss to Kansas State, and now all eyes turn to the bounce-back opportunity against Kansas. In this episode, I break down where UCF failed in Manhattan, why Taven Jackson must stay healthy for this season to have any real chance, and what Scott Frost needs to do to get this team back on track. Kansas presents another Big 12 litmus test, and for UCF to prove they belong, the offensive line has to take ownership. Allowing a 35% pressure rate against Kansas State is unacceptable, and it showed when the offense fell apart without proper protection. If UCF can’t fix its identity in the trenches, this season could spiral quickly. But it’s not all doom and gloom. The Knights still average 437 yards per game and have the playmakers to put points on the board. Kansas gives up 376 yards per game defensively, meaning there will be opportunities if UCF protects its quarterback. This game could define UCF’s 2025 season, and maybe even Scott Frost’s return. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  ROY    Download Roy for iOS or Android and enter referral code LOCKED ON and you’ll automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win $5,000 cash. Visit JoinRoy.com for additional details. No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Get off the sidelines and into the NIL game with Roy.  HIMS    Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to affordable sexual health treatments, all from the comfort of your home. Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/LOCKEDON for your personalized ED treatment options.  LinkedIn    These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply.  Gametime    Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.  FanDuel    You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - guaranteed ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.