UCF Dismisses Defensive Coordinator Ted Roof Amid Five-Game Losing Streak

Coach Gus Malzahn also shifts offensive play-calling duties to Tim Harris Jr. in a bid to improve team performance.

UCF's decision to fire Ted Roof comes after a series of disappointing defensive performances, with the team ranking 79th nationally in total defense.
Addison Williams, previously a co-defensive coordinator, will assume defensive play-calling responsibilities.
The Knights have struggled offensively as well, prompting Malzahn to transfer offensive play-calling duties to first-year coordinator Tim Harris Jr.
UCF's record stands at 3-5 overall and 1-4 in the Big 12, following a recent loss to BYU.
Ted Roof, who previously coached at Oklahoma and several other schools, was in his first season at UCF.