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UCF celebrates 10 cornerbacks on All-FBS team list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:50 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

UCF celebrates 10 cornerbacks on All-FBS team list

Summary

On July 23, 2026, the Daytona News-Journal announced its All-FBS team, featuring 10 cornerbacks from UCF's 30-year history in the FBS. Among the notable names are Joe Burnett and Asante Samuel, both recognized for their impactful collegiate careers. The list includes players who played pivotal roles during UCF’s growth and success, including Mike Hughes, Travis Fisher, and Shaquill Griffin. This recognition highlights the program's strong tradition in defensive talent, contributing to UCF's reputation in college football. Players like Burnett were key to UCF's bowl game appearances in the 2000s, reflecting the program's legacy.

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By the Numbers

•Ten UCF cornerbacks make the All-FBS team list created by Daytona News-Journal.
•Joe Burnett and Asante Samuel are highlighted as standout players.
•UCF's cornerbacks have played crucial roles over three decades.
•Recognition reflects UCF's strong defensive history and talent pipeline.
•Players also include Mike Hughes, Travis Fisher, and Shaquill Griffin.

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10:50 PMYahoo Sports — 10 UCF Cornerbacks Appear on the All-FBS Team List

What they're saying

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From ball-hawking legends like Joe Burnett to NFL standouts like Asante Samuel, discover the elite lockdown defenders who defined three decades of Knights dominance in the secondary.
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