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UCF Knights Dominate Arizona Wildcats with Explosive Offense and Staunch Defense

The University of Central Florida (UCF) Knights delivered a commanding performance against the Arizona Wildcats, culminating in a 56-12 victory. This win improves the UCF Knights' season record to 4-5, while the Wildcats now stand at 3-6. The game, held at FBC Mortgage Stadium in Orlando, showcased UCF's offensive prowess and defensive solidity, drawing an attendance of 42,110 fans.


Sep 9, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; UCF Knights quarterback John Rhys Plumlee (10) hands the ball off to running back RJ Harvey (7) during the second half of play versus the Boise State Broncos at Albertsons Stadium. UCF beats Boise State 18-16. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

Key Offensive Highlights


The UCF Knights' offense was unstoppable, amassing a total of 602 yards. Quarterback Dylan Rizk led the charge with an impressive completion rate of 80 percent for 294 passing yards and three touchdowns. His longest pass was a remarkable 48-yard touchdown throw. On the ground, running back RJ Harvey stood out with his dynamic performance, rushing for 184 yards on 22 attempts and scoring three touchdowns. His longest run spanned 23 yards, showcasing his speed and agility.


Defensive Dominance


On defense, the Knights were equally formidable. They recorded four sacks for a loss of 29 yards and eight tackles for loss totaling another -37 yards. Defensive end Malachi Lawrence made significant contributions with two sacks and two tackles for loss. The team's defensive efforts limited the Wildcats to only twelve points throughout the game.


Looking Ahead


The next challenge for UCF will be an away game against Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on November 9th at1:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live as the Knights look to build on their recent success.


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