Cincinnati Edges UCFBig 12 Showdown

The Bearcats' defense held strong in the final seconds to secure a crucial road victory over the Knights.

• Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby threw for 241 yards and a key late touchdown to Tony Johnson, overcoming two early interceptions.
• The Bearcats' defense limited UCF's high-powered offense, holding them to just 13 points and sacking quarterback Jacurri Brown four times.
• UCF struggled offensively after benching starting quarterback KJ Jefferson, with Brown stepping in to throw for 207 yards and a touchdown.
• Cincinnati's victory marked their first Big 12 road win of the season, improving their record to 4-2 and boosting their bowl eligibility chances.
• The game was played under challenging conditions following Hurricane Milton, affecting attendance and preparation for UCF.

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