UCF Knights focus on improvement under Scott Frost at Big 12 Media Days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
UCF head coach Scott Frost speaks at the Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, TX, as the Knights prepare for their second year in the conference. UCF finished last season with a 5-7 record and seeks to improve after three consecutive years below.500. Frost aims to leverage a more stable offseason, with key players returning and a focus on establishing a player-led culture. Outside linebacker Lewis Carter emphasizes the importance of team growth and maintaining high standards moving forward.
- •Frost aims for a turnaround similar to 2017's historic undefeated season.
- •UCF is in its third season as a Big 12 member.
- •The Knights have yet to finish above.500 since joining the Big 12.
- •Key players at Media Days included quarterback Alonza Barnett III and linebacker Lewis Carter.
- •Frost notes improved team continuity and higher player expectations for this season.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Big 12 Media Day Storylines: UCF Knights
"UCF prepares for year two of the Scott Frost era (again). And year two worked out very well last time.
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