UCF cornerback D.J. Killings fired up to help lead fierce defense

Be nothing less than fast and ferocious on defense, and be ready to attack anything that comes your way.

That's the mandate UCF coach Scott Frost has given to the Knights' defense, as well as the offense.

Cornerback D.J. Killings, a 6-foot, 185-pound senior, who racked up 32 tackles in the seven games he started last season, is revved up to help lead the defense accomplish the mission.

Killings talked with the Orlando Sentinel about how he plans to help Frost field a non-stop and well-conditioned defense.

Question: Has Frost been emphasizing your first opponent, South Carolina State?

Answer: "Yes sir. We attack every day. Our goal is to rise and conquer every day. We rise and conquer when we go…