Gainesville, FL
Oct 5, 2024
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Florida showcased a remarkable defensive performance against UCF, limiting the Knights to 273 yards—half of their usual output—and recorded five sacks. The Gators built a commanding 24-3 halftime lead, with Graham Mertz efficiently leading the offense in his 19-of-23 passing performance, culminating in a touchdown pass to Elijhah Badger. Florida's defense was particularly effective at stifling UCF’s renowned rushing attack, holding them to just 108 yards on 40 carries.
In the second half, the Knights attempted to mount a comeback, highlighted by RJ Harvey’s 13-yard touchdown run, which cut the deficit to 24-13 late in the fourth quarter. However, Florida's defense remained resolute, capping the game with a critical interception by Bryce Thornton. RJ Harvey's touchdown provided a late glimmer of hope, but the Gators’ defensive stalwartness extinguished any further comeback attempts by UCF.
Elijhah Badger (Florida)
Mertz completes a 13-yard touchdown pass to Badger, ending a 15-play, 75-yard drive that sets the tone for the game.
Grayson Howard (Florida)
Howard's crucial sack forces a field goal, preventing UCF from gaining momentum in a long drive.
Bryce Thornton (Florida)
Thornton intercepts KJ Jefferson with under two minutes remaining, sealing Florida's victory and preventing UCF's final comeback attempt.
RJ Harvey (UCF)
Harvey's 13-yard touchdown run caps a seven-play drive, trimming Florida’s lead and providing a comeback chance for UCF.
Graham Mertz (Florida, QB)
Led Florida's offense with a stellar 19-for-23 passing game, including a touchdown, and efficiently managed the game flow against UCF's defense.
Bryce Thornton (Florida, DB)
Delivered a game-securing interception late in the fourth quarter, which quashed UCF's potential comeback attempt.
RJ Harvey (UCF, RB)
Paced UCF's offense with a 13-yard rushing touchdown and accounted for a significant portion of his team's ground output.
Tyreak Sapp (Florida, DE)
Part of a dominant defensive effort that held UCF's prolific running game in check, tallying half a sack and multiple key tackles.
UCF Knights
3
0
3
7
13
Florida Gators
7
17
0
0
24
