UCF Knights develop collaborative offensive strategy under Frost and Cooper
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 7:47 PM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
UCF football has seen an evolution in its offensive play-calling under head coach Scott Frost and offensive coordinator Steve Cooper. The two have adopted a collaborative approach, sharing responsibilities during games, exemplified in their recent win over Kansas, where a touchdown was scored with just one second remaining. The Knights' offensive line has faced challenges, including injuries and inconsistent performances, but Frost expressed confidence in their ability to improve. Running backs Duke Watson and Landen Chambers both exited the Kansas game with injuries, leaving their availability uncertain for the upcoming matchup against Arizona State. Frost is also hopeful for the return of linebacker Lewis Carter, who has missed several games due to injury.
- •UCF scored a last-second touchdown against Kansas to win 33-32.
- •Scott Frost and Steve Cooper share in-game play-calling responsibilities.
- •The offensive line has allowed multiple sacks in recent games due to injuries.
- •Duke Watson and Landen Chambers' injury statuses are uncertain before facing Arizona State.
- •Frost hopes linebacker Lewis Carter will return for the next game.
- 7:47 PMYahoo Sports — UCF Q&A: How have the Knights developed an offensive mindset?
"As Oregon’s offensive coordinator, Scott Frost helped turn the Ducks into one of the country’s most explosive offenses. He brought those same ideas to UCF when he first took over the program in 2016. In this second stint with the Knights, Frost has embraced a more collaborative approach to play-calling by sharing responsibilities with offensive coordinator Steve Cooper. While the staff ...
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