Overview
- Houston improved to 8-2 overall and 5-2 in the Big 12, while UCF dropped to 4-5 and 1-5 in conference play.
- Quarterback Conner Weigman threw for 223 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for 82 yards as the Cougars outgained the Knights 434-240.
- UCF’s Phillip Dunham intercepted three passes, including a 43-yard pick-six, but Houston overcame four total turnovers.
- Houston’s defense controlled the second half, holding UCF to 104 yards and forcing six three-and-outs.
- UCF’s annual Space Game winning streak ended and the Knights now need two wins in their final three games to become bowl eligible.