UCF vs. Kansas State Short Report | Sep 23, 2023
Bill Snyder Family Stadium
Manhattan, KS
Sep 23, 2023
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Game Recap
The Kansas State Wildcats defeated the UCF Knights with a final score of 44-31. Kansas State's offense was spearheaded by DJ Giddens, who rushed for four touchdowns and accumulated 207 yards. Despite a valiant effort from UCF quarterback Timmy McClain, who threw for 264 yards and three touchdowns, the Knights were unable to overcome the Wildcats' potent rushing attack.
The game saw several lead changes, especially in the first half, but Kansas State pulled away in the later quarters. UCF's Kobe Hudson made significant contributions with two touchdown receptions, but it wasn't enough to match Kansas State's ground game. Critical defensive plays, including interceptions by Corey Thornton and Jacob Parrish, also played a role in shaping the game's outcome.
Key Plays:
DJ Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats)
Colton Boomer (UCF Knights)
Timmy McClain (UCF Knights)
DJ Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats)
DJ Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats)
Timmy McClain (UCF Knights)
Timmy McClain (UCF Knights)
Chris Tennant (Kansas State Wildcats)
Will Howard (Kansas State Wildcats)
DJ Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats)
Will Howard (Kansas State Wildcats)
RJ Harvey (UCF Knights)
Standout Players:
DJ Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats, RB)
Dominated the game with 30 rushes for 207 yards and 4 touchdownsWill Howard (Kansas State Wildcats, QB)
Dual-threat performance with 255 passing yards and 2 rushing touchdownsTimmy McClain (UCF Knights, QB)
Passed for 264 yards and 3 touchdowns, trying to keep UCF in the gameKobe Hudson (UCF Knights, WR)
Caught 5 passes for 138 yards and 2 long touchdownsCorey Thornton (UCF Knights, DB)
Defensive standout with 6 solo tackles and an interceptionJacob Parrish (Kansas State Wildcats, CB)
Contributed with an interception and a pass defended
Team
1
2
3
4
T
UCF Knights
10
7
7
7
31
Kansas State Wildcats
7
14
10
13
44
