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Kansas football loses close game to UCF in Big 12 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:12 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Kansas football loses close game to UCF in Big 12 matchup

Summary

Kansas football faced UCF at home on November 7, 2026, suffering a narrow 33-32 defeat in a Big 12 Conference game. The Jayhawks struggled in the first half, scoring only one touchdown from a short drive but improved in the second half led by quarterback Isaiah Marshall. However, a late drive from UCF secured the victory. Kansas's defense failed to make a key stop in the final moments despite recording four sacks and forcing two turnovers.

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By the Numbers

•Kansas scored only one touchdown in the first half.
•The Jayhawks scored 25 unanswered points in the second half.
•UCF's final scoring drive occurred with little time left in the game.
•Kansas recorded four sacks and two turnovers.
•Coach Lance Leipold faces another close loss this season.

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Kansas football’s regular season continued Saturday with a Big 12 Conference matchup at home vs UCF. Here’s how the Jayhawks graded out from the game.
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