Baylor vs. UCF Short Report | Sep 30, 2023
FBC Mortgage Stadium
Orlando, FL
Sep 30, 2023
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Game Recap
The Baylor Bears staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the UCF Knights 36-35 in a high-scoring thriller. UCF dominated the first half, quickly building a 28-7 lead by halftime thanks to explosive plays and a strong defensive showing. Baylor's offense struggled initially, but the team kept fighting and surged in the fourth quarter.
In the final minutes, the Bears capitalized on key turnovers and sustained drives to claw back and secure the win. Isaiah Hankins' 25-yard field goal with 1:25 left on the clock proved to be the game-winner. UCF had a late opportunity to reclaim the lead, but a last-second field goal attempt fell short, sealing the victory for Baylor.
Key Plays:
Johnny Richardson (UCF Knights)
Timmy McClain (UCF Knights)
Javon Baker (UCF Knights)
Blake Shapen (Baylor Bears)
Demari Henderson (UCF Knights)
Xavier Townsend (UCF Knights)
Dawson Pendergrass (Baylor Bears)
Monaray Baldwin (Baylor Bears)
Caden Jenkins (Baylor Bears)
Isaiah Hankins (Baylor Bears)
Colton Boomer (UCF Knights)
Standout Players:
Blake Shapen (Baylor Bears, QB)
Completed 21 of 34 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown, also added a rushing touchdown.Johnny Richardson (UCF Knights, RB)
Rushed 6 times for 105 yards and a touchdown, including a 79-yard run.Monaray Baldwin (Baylor Bears, WR)
Caught 7 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown; instrumental in Baylor's comeback.Demari Henderson (UCF Knights, DB)
Recovered a fumble and returned it 87 yards for a touchdown.Isaiah Hankins (Baylor Bears, K)
Kicked two crucial field goals, including the game-winning 25-yarder.
Team
1
2
3
4
T
Baylor Bears
7
0
3
26
36
UCF Knights
21
7
7
0
35
