Orlando Sentinel · Nov 16, 2025
5 things learned from UCF’s blowout loss at No. 6 Texas Tech
Texas Tech running back J'Koby Williams, right, is tackled by UCF linebacker Keli Lawson, left, on a return during the first half of their game on Saturday. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)LUBBOCK, Texas — UCF allowed three early touchdowns Saturday, falling behind 21-0 before eventually losing at No. 6 Texas Tech 48-9.
Here are five key takeaways from UCF’s loss.
Quarterback room is getting bare
Tayven Jackson started his eighth game on Saturday, but the redshirt junior quarterback found himself sharing duties with backup Davi Belfort. While Jackson took most of the snaps against Texas Tech, Belfort did play a few series in the first half.