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Duke Watson confident in UCF's revamped running back group

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:18 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Duke Watson confident in UCF's revamped running back group

Summary

Duke Watson, a transfer from Louisville, expressed optimism about UCF's running back competition, highlighting his mindset of 'iron sharpens iron' with teammates Landen Chambers and Taevion Swint. The trio is preparing to enhance the Knights' rushing attack which suffered in the previous season after losing top performers Myles Montgomery and Jaden Nixon. Coach Scott Frost has made significant changes through the transfer portal to bolster the backfield, aiming to address the team's struggles in short-yardage situations. Watson's experience includes leading the nation in yards per carry as a freshman, and he is eager to showcase the team's potential this season.

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•Watson sees competition as a way to improve collectively.
•UCF ranked 11th in rushing in the conference last season.
•Watson averaged 8.9 yards per carry as a freshman.
•Chambers brings a power running style to the backfield.
•Expectations for UCF's season vary among analysts.

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11:18 PMYahoo Sports — UCF’s Duke Watson Believes RB Room Can Be Very Good

What they're saying

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Louisville transfer Duke Watson embraces an "iron sharpens iron" mentality, joining a revamped backfield of versatile playmakers ready to ignite the Knights' high-octane wide zone rushing attack.
— Yahoo Sports

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