Kansas DC Explains Emotion After Epic Defensive Stand In Latest Win

Oct 4, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights quarterback Cam Fancher (14) is tackled by Kansas Jayhawks linebacker Trey Lathan (4) and safety Jalen Dye (14) during the second half at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images | Mike Watters-Imagn ImagesAll season, the narratives have rightfully been on the team’s lack of defensive prowess when the game is at its most tense.

Against Missouri in the Border Showdown with 8:45 to play, Kansas gave up a 10-play 75-yard drive, which ate up 4:31 of the clock to prove the game-sealing touchdown to go up 35-31.

Weeks later, against the Cincinnati Bearcats, with 1:45 to play, another 10-play and 75-yard drive allowed for…