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Kansas Rallies Past UCF 27-20 After Goal-Line Stands in Orlando

Kansas shut out UCF after halftime, with Leshon Williams scoring all three touchdowns.

Oct. 4, 2025; Orlando, Florida; Kansas football quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) is tackled by UCF linebacker Lewis Carter (20) and defensive end Isaiah Nixon (6) during the first quarter.
Jalon Daniels #6 of the Kansas Jayhawks runs the ball during the second half against the Cincinnati Bearcats at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Lawrence, Kansas
Kansas State football coach Chris Klieman meets with UCF coach Scott Frost after a game at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Sept. 27, 2025.
Oct 4, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears defensive lineman Cooper Lanz (9) blocks a field goal attempt by Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Blake Barnett (13) at the end of the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Jalen Dye's strip sack and Trey Lathan's recovery at the 2 set up the go-ahead 2-yard score late in the third quarter.
  • UCF was denied three straight times from the 1 with under two minutes left, and its final drive stalled at the Kansas 22 after four incompletions.
  • Leshon Williams ran for 58 yards and three short touchdowns, while Jalon Daniels completed 18 of 26 passes for 235 yards.
  • Myles Montgomery rushed for 110 yards and two first-half touchdowns as UCF built a 14-0 lead before being held scoreless after the break.
  • UCF quarterback Tayven Jackson exited with a left arm injury following the fumble, with X-rays negative per coach Scott Frost, as Kansas improved to 4-2 (2-1 Big 12) and UCF fell to 3-2 (0-2).