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Scott Frost discusses QB Alonza Barnett's potential return for UCF

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:14 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Scott Frost discusses QB Alonza Barnett's potential return for UCF

Summary

UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost provided an injury update on quarterback Alonza Barnett, who has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury since September 12th. The Knights are preparing to host the BYU Cougars on Saturday, marking a significant matchup as they face their highest-ranked opponent ever. Frost acknowledged that Barnett's status remains uncertain but indicated that he is making progress and is nearing a return. The team will assess his readiness closer to game time to ensure he can protect himself if put into action. UCF is looking to rebound from two consecutive Big 12 losses.

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Status Watch

•Barnett has missed time since September 12 due to a hamstring injury.
•UCF hosts BYU on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST.
•Frost is cautious about Barnett's return to avoid further injury.
•The Knights are seeking to recover from two straight Big 12 losses.

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5:14 AMYahoo Sports — UCF Injury Update: Scott Frost Shares Latest on QB Alonza Barnett

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The UCF Knights are going to be back home on Saturday, this time hosting the BYU Cougars. It’s an extraordinarily tough assignment, as UCF prepares for its highest-ranked opponent ever to visit the Bounce House. Still, coming off two straight Big 12 losses, head coach Scott Frost knows he needs to figure something out quickly.One […] The post UCF Injury Update: Scott Frost Shares Latest on QB Alonza Barnett appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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