After missing his freshman year to injury, the explosive Kissimmee native fueled a blowout victory with a dynamic touchdown run and a game-changing 57-yard kickoff return.

From Jayden Williams’ explosive pick-six to relentless strip-sacks, the Knights are weaponizing takeaways to transform their defensive identity and fuel a dominant start to the season.

From a record-setting margin of victory to a multifaceted backfield, discover how the Knights utilized elite depth and efficient quarterback play to dismantle Bethune-Cookman in their opener.

The Knights stifled Bethune-Cookman with a dominant front seven and a defensive score, surrendering just 2.7 yards per carry while showcasing elite special teams return depth.

ORLANDO, Fla. — No more excuses. No more transition seasons. No more rebuilding years. No more grading UCF football on a curve. Nobody expects UCF to go 13-0 this season. Nobody expects Scott Frost to recreate the magic of 2017, turn Alonza Barnett III into McKenzie Milton or schedule another parade down Main Street at Disney World. But UCF does need to start becoming relevant in the Big 12. ...

UCF running back Duke Watson speaks with the media following the Knights' season-opening win over Bethune-Cookman, 73-6.