UCF Falls to Baylor 41-9 in Home Opener
The UCF Knights suffered a decisive 41-9 defeat against visiting Baylor on Friday night at Acrisure Bounce House. DJ Lagway threw for four touchdowns as the Bears improved their record.
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The UCF Knights suffered a decisive 41-9 defeat against visiting Baylor on Friday night at Acrisure Bounce House. DJ Lagway threw for four touchdowns as the Bears improved their record.
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