UCF’s Duke Watson career night helps Knights close out pesky Georgia State.
UCF · Duke · Georgia StateWhatever UCF is paying Duke Watson, it’s not enough. GSU attempted an onside kick with 1:52 left, but was flagged for an illegal touch, giving the football to UCF.
The motivational phrase helped carry the British people through the adversity of World War II. For one night, at least, it seemed rather fitting for the UCF Knights.
"I was really happy with how the team stayed calm and just kept playing," said coach Scott Frost . "A tougher win than you want, but a win's a good win."
With Alonza Barnett III sidelined for an undisclosed amount of time with a hamstring injury, senior Keyone Jenkins earned the starting nod at quarterback. It was his first regular-season start since facing Sam Houston State on Nov. 29, 2025.
KEY POINTS
- UCF’s Duke Watson career night helps Knights close out pesky Georgia State.
- The junior transfer running back rushed for a career-high 177 yards with two touchdowns, helping the Knights outlast a pesky Georgia State team 44-30 on Saturday night.
- An 18.5-point favorite over Georgia State , the Knights trailed at the half before eventually pulling away for a 44-30 win at Acrisure Bounce House Stadium on Saturday night.
- Running back Duke Watson had a career-high 177 rushing yards with two touchdowns and the UCF defense, on its heels throughout the game, managed three turnovers and a blocked punt.