Utah (4-7, 1-7 Big 12) will face off against UCF (4-7, 2-6) in a game that will mark the end of disappointing seasons for both teams. The Knights will miss a bowl game for the first time since 2015, while the Utes, preseason favorites in the Big 12, have lost seven in a row and will also miss a bowl game.
The key matchup to watch will be how Utah’s quarterback, Luke Bottari, who is the fifth different quarterback to play for the team this season, handles UCF’s pass rush. UCF has 17 sacks and 50 tackles for a loss in their last seven games.
Players to watch include Utah’s LB Lander Barton, who leads the team in tackles, and UCF’s RB RJ Harvey, who is fourth in the nation in rush yards and touchdowns.
Both UCF coach Gus Malzahn and Utah coach Kyle Whittingham are facing questions about their future plans. Both teams have changed coordinators this season.
The game will take place on Friday, with UCF favored by 9 1/2 points.
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