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Knights Rally in Second Half for Tough Win
20 Sep
Summary
- UCF defense limited Georgia State to six second-half points.
- Offensive line adjustments fueled a dominant rushing attack.
- Quarterback Keyone Jenkins contributed three touchdowns.
The UCF Knights achieved a 44-30 win against Georgia State, showcasing their ability to overcome first-half adversity. Coach Scott Frost described the team as "businesslike" at halftime, a maturity that facilitated a decisive second-half comeback.
Initially, the UCF defense struggled, allowing 323 yards and 24 points in the first half. However, they responded strongly after the break, limiting Georgia State to just six points and forcing three crucial interceptions.
Offensive line adjustments, including a shift at center and right guard due to injury, paid dividends. This facilitated a powerful ground game, with running back Duke Watson rushing for a career-high 177 yards and two touchdowns.
Quarterback Keyone Jenkins contributed three total touchdowns, despite a 41% completion rate on 17 passes for 86 yards and one interception. His performance was sufficient to lead the Knights to a two-touchdown victory in his first start.
