Cole Kozlowski attends UCF practice amid NCAA eligibility rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Cole Kozlowski, a former UCF linebacker, was spotted at practice on August 5, fueling speculation about his potential return to the team. The U.S. District Court of Colorado recently granted a ruling that could allow Class of 2022 high school graduates an extra year of NCAA eligibility. Kozlowski started nine games for the Knights in 2025, earning All-Big 12 third-team honors. The NCAA may appeal this ruling, but it has yet to clarify its impact on current roster rules. UCF coach Scott Frost indicated he will explore the opportunity to bring back players under the new eligibility framework.
- •Kozlowski recorded 82 tackles in 2025 for UCF.
- •He attended practice in street clothes amid return rumors.
- •The NCAA's recent ruling could affect eligibility for multiple former players.
- •UCF coach Scott Frost is considering roster changes under the new rules.
- •Kozlowski previously sought a fifth year of eligibility in January.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — He's back? Former UCF football linebacker attends practice amid return rumors
"Cole Kozlowski started nine of the UCF Knights' 12 games at linebacker in 2025, recording 82 tackles with 7.5 TFLs and two sacks.
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