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#UCF cornerback Mac McWilliams becomes the 2nd Knight selected in the #NFLDraft2025 when the Philadelphia Eagles picked him in the 5th round. He becomes just the 2nd Knight to be picked by the Eagles. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/26/u...

Now that spring camp has finished and the spring transfer window is closing, here are 5 positions that #UCF needs to address over the next few months. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/25/u...

With the spring transfer window closing today, #UCF football had several players enter the portal, including former 4-star linebacker Andrew Harris. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

Another Orlando food find … worth a stop. @amydroo.bsky.social

New #UCF QB Davi Belfort has been compared to McKenzie Milton. Now, he gets the chance to play for Milton after he signed with the Knights as a transfer. I caught up with Belfort to discuss the move, his return home and his Brazillian roots. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/25/u...

#UCF football receives a commitment from Virginia Tech QB Davi Belfort on Thursday. Belfort provides the Knights with much-needed depth at QB and is the ideal project for new QB coach McKenzie Milton. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

#UCF basketball receives a pair of commitments this afternoon from former Arizona State forward BJ Freeman and former Mount St. Mary's guard Carmelo Pacheco. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/14/u...

Vanderbilt OL Joshua Raymond, who is in the transfer portal, has scheduled an OV with #UCF on Monday. #FSU is also in the mix. The former 3-star from Lake Mary High School would be a huge addition for a program like the Knights.

#UCF experiencing a lot of transfer moves today as receiver Kason Stokes and linebacker Qua Birdsong enter the portal. Make sure to follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

You tell me brunch on a Wednesday and I say - TAKE MY MONEY BABY! Hapa Halo Street Food & BlackPhin Coffee Bar

Am I going to have a big*** pretzel this weekend for the NFL Draft? Yes … yes I am. Thank you Costco. #notanad

#UCF coach Scott Frost isn't happy with the current state of the transfer market. “It’s a mess. It’s constant negotiation and it’s a bidding war for every single player, whether they’re in the portal or not." www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/22/u...

UCFAA has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against a former real estate partner. #UCF #NCAA www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/21/u...

Special teams were going to be a point of need in the transfer market for #UCF, and the Knights have grabbed a commitment from James Madison kicker Noe Ruelas. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

As #UCF wrapped up its spring football camp on Saturday, here are 5 takeaways from Knights’ camp. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/19/u...

As #UCF wrapped up its spring football camp on Saturday, here are 5 takeaways from Knights’ camp. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/19/u...

VIDEO: UCF coach Scott Frost talks about the end of spring football camp, what impressed him about the team, who made strides and what the Knights need to accomplish over the summer. youtu.be/M7fB-z0KN8Q?...

Major overhaul at linebacker once again awaits #UCF. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/18/u...

VIDEO: #UCF linebackers coach Mark D’Onofrio talks about his position group, what he’s seen from the new transfers and how he expects the group to perform this season. youtu.be/zLKCmU8BQ_Y?...

As #UCF linebacker DJ McCormick enters the transfer portal, he becomes the 6th Knights player to take advantage of the spring transfer window. He's also the fifth signee from the 2024 class to transfer. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

Central Florida's Lee Corso to retire from #ESPN's College GameDay in August. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/17/c...

PEAK TRANSFER PORTAL IMPACT: Finding out a #UCF linebacker has entered the transfer portal WHILE you were writing a daily story on the Knights' linebackers.

Good morning from #UCF spring football practice No. 14 where we’ve been taking roll call due to the transfer window opening yesterday.

#UCF center Moustapha Thiam is entering the transfer portal, becoming the latest Knight to leave the program this offseason. Sources have said he's being offered a multi-million-dollar deal from another Big 12 school. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/16/u...

A deep, experienced secondary shapes up as a strength for #UCF heading out of spring camp. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/16/u...

The spring transfer portal opens tomorrow but #UCF picked up a commitment from Tennessee State tackle Connor Meadows. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

#UCF receiver Day Day Farmer will miss 2025 season with an injury. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/15/u...

#UCF basketball adds its 6th commitment, this one from Milwaukee forward Jamichael Stillwell. The 21-year-old averaged a double-double last season for the Panthers. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/14/u...

VIDEO: #UCF defensive backs coach Brandon Harris breaks down spring camp, what he’s pleased with from his group, the competition among his players and how challenging it is to handle the transfer portal. youtu.be/0ApraMxkznM?...

VIDEO: #UCF cornerback Ja’Cari Henderson talks about why he returned to the program, his thoughts on new coach Scott Frost, the competition at the corner spot, and his goals for this season. youtu.be/dmHciCu7eu8?...

College football's spring transfer window opens tomorrow. What can fans expect and how are programs like #UCF, #FSU and #Gators dealing with the challenge of evaluating talent in an ever-changing marketplace? www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/14/u...

It's another offseason of change for #UCF basketball, with most of the roster in flux. The Knights received commitments from 4 transfers this weekend. Follow along with our transfer tracker. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/14/u...

With only 1 returning starter from last season, #UCF has plenty of work ahead in rebuilding its offensive line. While there are plenty of new faces on the roster, there are some returnees eager to earn a fresh start. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/12/u...

VIDEO: #UCF offensive lineman Keegan Smith discusses what he’s learned in spring camp, how excited he is for a fresh start and what he hopes to accomplish this season. youtu.be/Iwj3DrtU_n0?...

VIDEO: #UCF offensive lineman Cameron Kinnie discusses his off-season improvements, what it’s like to have a fresh start under new coach Scott Frost and his goals for this season. youtu.be/SSfskjyCjf4?...

VIDEO: #UCF offensive lineman Jabari Brooks talks about what he’s seen from Knights’ spring camp, what he’s seen from the offensive line group and his expectations this season. youtu.be/BolsDA7PbFA?...

#UCF running tackling drills during practice:

#UCF's ground game could be whatever the Knights need it to be under new coach Scott Frost. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/10/u...

VIDEO: UCF running back Jaden Nixon talks about why he chose to transfer to UCF, his forgettable visit to the Bounce House in 2023 as a member of Oklahoma State, and who is the fastest player on the team. youtu.be/AKEKu8iPvmU?...

VIDEO: #UCF running back Myles Montgomery talks about his group’s progress during spring camp, his goals for the season and how he thinks the unit will do. youtu.be/bWK8CGtRtZk?...

VIDEO: #UCF running backs coach Jimmy Beal talks about his group’s progress during spring camp, how the unit has built chemistry and what he expects from them this season. youtu.be/ziJQGRm0Qs4?...

More drills from today’s media session at #UCF spring practice:

#UCF quarterbacks make their way to the practice field with no Dylan Rizk, who entered the transfer portal yesterday.

BREAKING: #UCF quarterback Dylan Rizk is reportedly entering the transfer portal. The redshirt sophomore started the final 4 games of last season for the Knights. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/09/u...

Chasen Johnson wasn't sure about returning to #UCF after Gus Malzahn left for FSU, but after talking with former Knight Gabe Davis, the cornerback was sold on a team up with Scott Frost. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/09/u...

A remarkable postseason run helps #UCF basketball finish on a high note. What’s next for the Knights? www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/08/u...

As college athletics brace for a new revenue-sharing model, #UCF coach Scott Frost and his family have donated $500K to the athletic department's Competitive Success Fund. www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/08/u...