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UCF Looks to Stop October Skid After K-State Loss as QB Status Remains Uncertain

Scott Frost emphasizes discipline with quarterback availability still to be determined before Kansas visits Orlando.

Kansas State wide receiver Jaron Tibbs (12) recovers his own fumble as he is tackled by Central Florida linebacker Lewis Carter (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Central Florida quarterback Tayven Jackson looks to pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kansas State, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Overview

  • UCF fell 34-20 at Kansas State to drop to 3-1 overall and 0-1 in Big 12 play.
  • Scott Frost said he does not expect the team to ‘cash it in,’ pointing to past five-game slides and an 0-7 October record as motivation to correct mistakes.
  • Starting quarterback Tayven Jackson exited with a left shoulder AC strain and later returned, and Jacurri Brown also took a hit, leaving the quarterback picture listed as TBD.
  • Frost noted backup Cam Fancher is ready as UCF prepares for its Big 12 home opener against Kansas on Oct. 4 at the Acrisure Bounce House.
  • Kansas is 3-2 (1-1) after a late loss to Cincinnati, previously beat UCF 51-22 two years ago, and features QB Jalon Daniels, while UCF currently leads the Big 12 in pass defense at 129.8 yards allowed per game.