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BYU Opens as Single-Digit Favorite vs UCF

BYU Cougars enter Week 8 as a 7.5-point road favorite over UCF Knights, marking a shift from the initial 9.5-point spread that opened in their favor. The Cougars, riding high after a dramatic victory over Notre Dame, will face a UCF team that has struggled in its last two outings—both losses on the road, including a 27-17 defeat to top-20 Houston and a 42-28 setback against ranked Oklahoma State.

Despite the recent slump, UCF’s defense has shown flashes of effectiveness, though it faltered against Oklahoma State’s high-octane offense. Quarterback Keyone Jenkins, a transfer from FIU, has stepped up as the starter for the last three games, injecting energy into UCF’s passing attack.

The matchup presents a potential letdown scenario for BYU after their emotional win, while UCF, coming off a bye week, could capitalize if the Cougars aren’t fully focused.

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