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UCF’s Big 12 Home Opener vs. Kansas Looms With QB Status Uncertain

Scott Frost signals adjustments to jump-start an offense that stalled at Kansas State.

UCF running back Jaden Nixon scores on a 54-yard run in the second half at Kansas State on Sept. 27. (Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images)
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)
Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) is pressured by Cincinnati defensive lineman Jalen Hunt (90) as he throws a 93-yard pass to wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA collage football game on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Lawrence, Kan. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)

Overview

  • Starter Tayven Jackson and backup Jacurri Brown sustained sprained AC joints at Kansas State, leaving their availability for Saturday listed as TBD by Frost.
  • Cam Fancher is healthy and available after returning to practice, with Davi Belfort and Brock Hansel providing additional depth at quarterback.
  • UCF leads the Big 12 in pass defense at 129.8 passing yards allowed per game, setting a strength-versus-strength test against Jalon Daniels and a productive Kansas attack.
  • Frost said no players opted out after the fourth game under the redshirt rule, citing confidence in the team’s culture.
  • Kansas is a 5.5-point favorite for the Oct. 4 game at the Acrisure Bounce House, as UCF seeks to halt recent Big 12 and October skid trends following a 34-20 loss at Kansas State.