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Kansas Rallies Past UCF 27-20 as Williams Scores Three Touchdowns

UCF quarterback Tayven Jackson left with a left-arm injury, creating uncertainty at the position going forward.

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.
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Overview

  • Kansas erased a 14-0 first-half deficit to win on the road in Orlando.
  • Leshon Williams powered the comeback with three rushing touchdowns, including the go-ahead score after a sack-fumble set up a short field.
  • UCF starter Tayven Jackson exited after the third-quarter fumble and returned to the sideline with his left arm in a sling.
  • Backup Cam Fancher led a late drive, but the Knights were stopped on fourth-and-one near the goal line to end their chance to tie.
  • Myles Montgomery paced UCF with 110 rushing yards and two early touchdowns as the Knights fell to 3-2 (0-2 Big 12) and Kansas improved to 4-2 (2-1).